Overview

• Messi pulled up with a suspected hamstring injury 11 minutes into Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup match against Necaxa following a collision with Alexis Pena.
• Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano said Messi felt a pull and that scan results will be needed to assess the injury’s severity.
• The 38-year-old is expected to miss Wednesday’s group-stage finale against Pumas as Miami prepares for potential knockout-round play without him.
• Miami secured progression with a 2-2 draw and 5-4 victory on penalties at Chase Stadium in Sunday’s fixture.
• Messi’s latest hamstring issue adds to a pattern of muscular injuries that have prompted cautious management of his fitness since joining MLS.