Lionel Messi Injury Update: Inter Miami Head Coach Javier Mascherano Delivers Positive News

Inter Miami boss Javier Mascherano has confirmed Lionel Messi is likely to be fit ahead of the next fixture. Messi missed the entirety of Miami’s game against Necaxa penalty win after picking up an injury. However, the Argentine star Lionel Messi tried to continue, but was later substituted as he couldn't carry on. The incident took place during a League Cup game against Necaxa in the 8th minute when Messi tried going past two defenders near the penalty area. The former Barcelona legend collided awkwardly and had to be pulled out just under 10 minutes into the game.

Lionel Messi tried his best to continue for a few minutes, but had to come out after receiving treatment on the pitch. Although no update on his situation or injury was immediately available. With Miami's one more League Cup match remaining in 2025, where they will face Pumas UNAM on Wednesday, and the hot topic right now is whether Lionel Messi will feature or not.

What did Javier Mascherano say about Lionel Messi Injury?

During the post-game press conference, Inter Miami's head coach, Javier Mascherano, was asked about Lionel Messi's injury update. “Leo felt some discomfort in his hamstring, and we won't know the extent of the injury until tomorrow”, the head coach said. Mascherano also provided positive news to all the fans, “He's definitely dealing with something, maybe it's not too serious because he wasn't in pain, but he did feel some discomfort.”