Messi trains alone as Argentina hold first World Cup practice session
Summary
Lionel Messi trained alone during Argentina’s first World Cup practice session in the United States while recovering from muscle fatigue. Argentina, the defending World Cup champions, are preparing for their first match against Algeria on June 16.Key Facts
- Argentina held their first World Cup training session in Kansas City, Missouri.
- Lionel Messi has muscle fatigue in his left hamstring since May 24 but is expected to play on June 16.
- Messi trained with physiotherapists and did special exercises on the pitch.
- Several other Argentine players with minor injuries are also working on recovery exercises.
- Argentina is currently ranked number three in the world.
- Argentina will play a warm-up match against Iceland on June 9 in Auburn, Alabama.
- Messi is playing in his sixth World Cup, a record for any player.
- He holds Argentina’s records for most games played (198) and most goals scored (116).
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