Messi Misses Out: Injury Rules Argentina Captain Out of US Friendlies
Argentina fans will have to wait a little longer to see their captain Lionel Messi back on the pitch. The Argentine Football Association (AFA) announced on Monday that Messi will miss the upcoming friendly matches in the United States due to a minor hamstring injury.
The injury occurred during Inter Miami’s recent match against Nashville SC. While the exact details of the injury haven’t been disclosed, it’s serious enough to sideline him from Argentina’s friendlies against El Salvador and Costa Rica.
This comes as a blow to both Messi and the Argentina team. Messi, who recently joined Inter Miami, was likely looking forward to showcasing his skills in front of American fans. Argentina, on the other hand, will miss his leadership and experience on the pitch, especially as they prepare for upcoming qualifiers.
The AFA statement assured fans that the injury is minor, and Messi is expected to make a full recovery soon. However, they haven’t provided a specific timeframe for his return.
This absence adds to a growing list of players missing the friendlies. Argentina will also be without forwards Paulo Dybala and Exequiel Palacios due to separate injuries. Coach Lionel Scaloni will have to rely on other players to step up and fill the void left by these key figures.
