Messi set for more tests ahead of World Cup but Argentina are optimistic
Summary
Argentina’s coach Lionel Scaloni said Lionel Messi’s muscle fatigue in his left hamstring is not too serious, but more tests are needed to be sure. Messi left a recent game early, and Argentina hopes he will be ready for the World Cup starting in two weeks.Key Facts
- Messi was diagnosed with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring by his club Inter Miami.
- Messi left the match against Philadelphia in the 73rd minute due to fatigue.
- Coach Scaloni is waiting for more tests to confirm Messi’s condition.
- Messi is 38 years old and may play in his sixth World Cup.
- Argentina starts its World Cup on June 16 against Algeria.
- Argentina will also play Austria on June 22 and Jordan on June 28 in the group stage.
- Messi has been managing his playing time since joining Inter Miami in 2023.
- Argentina plans two warm-up games before the World Cup against Honduras and Iceland.
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