Lionel Messi is dealing with a “minor” muscle injury in his right leg, Inter Miami announced Sunday, a day after the superstar forward left a game with what appeared to be a hamstring injury.
After Saturday’s Leagues Cup win over Necaxa via penalty, head coach Javier Mascherano described Messi’s injury as “discomfort” and told reporters that he would undergo further testing Sunday.
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Inter Miami’s update on his status after that testing was light on details and did not offer a timeline for Messi’s return.
“Messi underwent medical tests to evaluate the extent of the muscle discomfort he experienced during last night’s Leagues Cup match against Necaxa, which forced him to leave the field,” the statement reads.
“The results confirmed a minor muscle injury in his right leg. His medical clearance will depend on his clinical progress and response to treatment.”
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That was the extent of the team’s update, which did not confirm if the injury was to Messi’s hamstring.
Messi fell to the turf during the opening minutes of Saturday’s game after being challenge by Necaxa defenders.
He slammed the turf with his fists in frustration after falling. He then got up and walked slowly toward the Miami bench.
He sat down on the turf before making it to the bench and received treatment to his upper leg from Miami athletic trainers.
He was eventually subbed out of the game and walked to the locker room on his own power.
Miami went on to win a penalty shootout after regulation ended in a 2-2 tie.
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Messi has a history of hamstring injuries throughout his career and is 38 years old. It’s unclear from the information provided when he’ll return to activities or to competition.
Miami has another Leagues Cup match against Pumas UNAM on Aug. 6 before returning to MLS competition against Orlando City on Aug. 10 for the first of 12 consecutive MLS games through Oct. 18.
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