Lionel Messi injury: Inter Miami provides positive update ahead of World Cup

Inter Miami CF released an injury update on Monday, May 25, revealing that Lionel Messi suffered 'an overload associated with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring' after requesting a substitution in the 73rd minute of their match against the Philadelphia Union on Sunday, May 24. The club did not specify a timeline for the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner's absence, stating his return to physical activity will depend on his clinical and functional progress. The update comes ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, raising concerns about Messi's availability.