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Messi Ruled Out Indefinitely After Minor Right-Leg Muscle Injury

His medical clearance hinges on his recovery pace ahead of Inter Miami’s final Leagues Cup group match against Pumas UNAM.

Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) goes down after dribbling the ball against Necaxa defender Alexis Pena (4) and midfielder Raul Sanchez (11) during the first half of a Leagues Cup group stage match at Chase Stadium on Aug. 2, 2025.
Jul 30, 2025; Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA; Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) dribbles the ball against Atlas FC during the first half of a group stage Leagues Cup match at Chase Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • He left the field in the 11th minute after colliding with Alexis Peña in Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup match against Necaxa.
  • Medical evaluations on Sunday confirmed a minor muscle strain in Messi’s upper right leg with no set return date.
  • Coach Javier Mascherano said Messi felt a pull and discomfort but reported no acute pain, noting clearance will follow progress in treatment.
  • Miami overcame the early setback to draw 2-2 and win 5-4 on penalties, securing five points through two group games.
  • Messi’s availability for Wednesday’s fixture against Pumas UNAM is uncertain as Miami pursues a quarterfinal spot without its captain.