Lionel Messi was forced to exit Inter Miami’s clash against the Philadelphia Union with an apparent muscle injury, giving a big shock to Inter Miami and Argentina fans. The 38-year-old football icon exited in the 73rd minute against the Philadelphia Union after showing signs of discomfort shortly after taking a free kick. He was seen clutching the back of his left leg before speaking to the Miami bench while play continued.
With MLS set to pause for the World Cup, the 38-year-old now faces a crucial recovery period ahead of Argentina’s opening match against Algeria on June 16. Before leaving the field, Messi had already registered two assists in a game that saw a league-record eight goals scored in a single half.
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Messi walks straight to locker room
The alarming moment came in the 73rd minute with the score tied at 4-4. Messi clutched the back of his left leg and, after remaining on the ground briefly, indicated that he was unable to continue. The reaction immediately raised concerns, as the Rosario-born superstar rarely exits a match unless facing a genuine physical problem.
