Messi Leaves Leagues Cup Match Early With Verified Muscle Injury

Lionel Messi was forced to leave Inter Miami's Leagues Cup match against Necaxa just 10 to 11 minutes into the game due to a muscular injury, likely affecting his right leg. Despite the injury, Messi walked off the field without medical assistance, indicating a potentially positive recovery outlook, though no official update on his status has been released. The injury came shortly after Messi played a key role in Inter Miami's comeback win over Atlas, where he provided two assists. This setback coincides with the suspension of Messi's personal bodyguard, Yassine Cheuko, for inappropriate conduct following the match against Atlas, marking another challenge for Miami during the tournament. Inter Miami will be hoping for Messi's speedy recovery as they prepare for upcoming Leagues Cup matches. Messi's durability and playing time have been closely managed this season, but the injury could impact Miami's ambitions in the knockout stages.