Buenos aires: Argentina faces a tense situation as Lionel Messi suffers an injury just 17 days before the World Cup begins. Lionel Messi, the captain and forward of the Argentinian national team, suffered an injury and had to be substituted in his club Inter Miami's 6-4 victory over Philadelphia Union on Sunday night (local time, Monday morning in Thailand). The Argentinian star played 73 minutes and provided two assists.
According to Thai News Agency, reports indicate that the 38-year-old suffered a muscle injury in his left leg, but Inter Miami staff stated that his substitution was a precautionary measure after he felt tightness in his hamstring.
The news has caused concern among football fans worldwide, including supporters of the "Albiceleste" (La Albiceleste), as the 2026 World Cup is just 17 days away.