Messi is injured.

VTV.vn - Superstar Lionel Messi unexpectedly had to leave the field early due to injury during Inter Miami's match, just before joining the Argentine national team to prepare for the 2026 World Cup™ campaign.

On the morning of May 25th (Vietnam time), in his final game for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer (MLS) before returning to national duty, Lionel Messi left millions of Argentinian and international fans holding their breath. In the 73rd minute, the 38-year-old superstar unexpectedly signaled for a substitution due to discomfort in the back of his thigh. Immediately after leaving the field to make way for Mateo Silvetti, the Argentinian captain went straight into the tunnel at the Nu Stadium with an extremely tense expression.

This injury comes at the most sensitive time. With only 23 days left until the reigning world champions Argentina play their opening match against Algeria in Kansas in the 2026™ World Cup, and given that this is likely to be the last World Cup of El Pulga's illustrious career, any physical setback at this point becomes a major concern.

Sources from Inter Miami indicate that Messi's injury has not yet been definitively assessed. The club's medical team will conduct further examinations to determine the severity and recovery prospects of the Argentine captain.

Messi left the field early due to injury. Photo: Reuters

Before leaving the field, Messi, although not directly scoring, still played impressively. He contributed two assists for Bertermane's goals and, along with Luis Suarez, created a thrilling back-and-forth game that ended in a 4-4 draw in the first half, after Philadelphia had taken an early two-goal lead.

Even after the number 10 left the field, Inter Miami maintained their composure to complete a spectacular comeback with a final score of 6-4. Luis Suarez completed his hat-trick in the 80th minute and Rodrigo De Paul sealed the victory in the 90+2 minute.

Although Inter Miami secured all three points, the biggest concern for fans right now is Messi's health. Everyone hopes the 38-year-old superstar's injury isn't too serious so he can participate in the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

This was also Messi's last club match before joining the Argentine national team. The MLS will take a break to make way for the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

In the upcoming tournament, Argentina is in Group J along with Algeria, Austria, and Jordan. The 2026 World Cup will most likely be Messi's last World Cup. Therefore, Argentine football fans can only hope that the 38-year-old legend's injury is not too serious and that his early departure from the field was merely a precautionary measure.

Because if Messi is unable to participate, it would undoubtedly be a huge shock not only for Argentina but also for the biggest football event on the planet.

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