Lionel Messi Eases Injury Fears After Early Exit During Inter Miami-Philadelphia Union Match

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Summary

  • Lionel Messi recorded two assists in a record-setting 6-4 win against the Philadelphia Union before exiting in the 73rd minute for substitute Mateo Silvetti
  • Medical tests confirmed a left hamstring overload caused by muscle fatigue with head coach Guillermo Hoyos citing precautionary measures
  • Argentina will play friendlies against Honduras and Iceland in early June before opening its title defense against Algeria on June 16

Lionel Messi, the star player for Inter Miami, worried Argentina fans after leaving Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Union with a possible injury. During the 6-4 win, Messi felt a strain in his hamstring during the second half and signaled to the bench that he needed to be substituted. Instead of staying with the team, he immediately went to the locker room for evaluation. This game was Inter Miami’s last before Major League Soccer takes a break for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Wow, what a first half that was! Seriously, I’ve never seen anything like it. Philadelphia and Miami were just trading goals, ending up with a record-breaking eight in the first 45 minutes! Messi was on fire, setting up German Berterame for two crucial goals. Then, Luis Suarez stepped up with a hat trick, making it four wins in a row for Miami. And to top it all off, Rodrigo De Paul scored right at the end, with a beautiful assist from Mateo Silvetti. It was an unbelievable night to be a fan!

The club announced on Monday that the player suffered a hamstring injury. Tests revealed it was caused by muscle fatigue. Coach Guillermo Hoyos said taking him off the field was a normal precaution, also due to the state of the pitch. The player was able to walk off on his own and his recovery will depend on how quickly his condition improves in the next few days.

Argentina is relieved to learn that Messi is fit to play as they prepare to defend their championship title. He’s been carefully pacing himself this season to make sure he’s ready for his sixth tournament. The team will warm up for the competition with a match against Honduras in Texas on June 6th, followed by a game against Iceland on June 9th. Their first official group stage match is against Algeria on June 16th, and they will finish group play with matches against Austria and Jordan.

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2026-05-26 10:26