Lionel Messi's injury

Lionel Messi suffered a muscle strain in his left hamstring during the preseason tour with Inter Miami in the match against Barcelona in Guayaquil. ​​

This week, Inter Miami's number ten is beginning his intensive recovery period; this injury can last weeks or months, depending on the degree of severity

Will he make it to the World Cup?

Given the importance of the upcoming matches for the number ten, Inter Miami is prioritizing the recovery of the Argentine star, with hopes of a full recovery before the 2026 World Cup, which begins in four months, as well as the matches that Inter Miami may play at the continental level, such as the CONCACAF Champions Cup

The recovery plan

The initial reports suggest a three-week absence; however, there is still no official communication from the club regarding the exact recovery time for Lionel. To ensure that Lionel Messi arrives in good condition for the 2026 World Cup, the Argentine star would have to undergo a period of specific physiotherapy work on the area affected by the injury, as well as later in the reintegration process on the field, and be constantly evaluated by the club's doctors to avoid a relapse and the worsening of the injury.

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