Star player Lionel Messi departs from Inter Miami game due to suspected hamstring issue
Inter Miami Star Lionel Messi Suffers Hamstring Injury in Leagues Cup Match
In a disappointing turn of events during Inter Miami's Leagues Cup match against Necaxa on August 3, 2025, Lionel Messi was forced to leave the game due to a minor hamstring injury in his right leg.
The injury occurred in the eighth minute while Messi was running towards the penalty area, following a challenge from two defenders. He immediately felt discomfort and left the pitch in the 11th minute. Medical tests confirmed the injury as minor, and Inter Miami has not set a specific return date for Messi, as his recovery timeline will depend on how he responds to treatment and his clinical progress.
Messi did not experience significant pain, only discomfort, and it is not yet known if or when he will undergo an MRI for his hamstring injury. The club described the injury as minor and noted that Messi will likely be further examined in the coming days.
Miami went up 1-0 a couple of minutes later on a goal by Telasco Segovia, assisted by Rodrigo De Paul. However, Messi's absence was felt on the field as he had provided two assists in Miami's win over Atlas in the Leagues Cup just a few days prior.
The Leagues Cup is a tournament that includes both MLS and Liga MX clubs, with only the top four clubs in MLS and the top four in Liga MX reaching the knockouts. Miami currently sits ninth in the tournament's MLS standings due to goal differential. The club won the Leagues Cup in 2023, shortly after Messi's arrival.
Miami can only advance in the Leagues Cup if it scores enough goals to improve its current standing among other MLS clubs. Federico Redondo replaced Messi in the 11th minute, and he immediately walked to the locker room.
Messi has a history of hamstring injuries throughout his career, with the most recent leg injury issue being with his left adductor, which sidelined him for a pair of Argentina's World Cup qualifiers earlier this year.
Messi fell to the ground and slammed his fist in frustration before being subbed out. The club, Inter Miami, and fans alike will be hoping for a speedy recovery for their star player.
- Despite the injury, Media outlets across Toronto and the United States were quick to speculate on Messi's recovery timeline, given his history of hamstring issues.
- In the world of Science and medical-conditions, it's critical for Messi to maintain a strict health-and-wellness regimen to prevent future hamstring injuries and ensure a rapid recovery.
- Meanwhile, sports fans in Toronto and beyond, particularly those passionate about football, watched the match with bated breath, hoping for a speedy return for their beloved star.
- As a highly respected figure in American football, Messi's injury cast a shadow over the Leagues Cup, potentially affecting Miami's chances in the upcoming matches, especially in light of his significant contributions in previous games.
