How Argentina is handling a possible Lionel Messi World Cup injury
Lionel Messi's World Cup status is uncertain following a hamstring injury during a recent match. Argentina's coach, Lionel Scaloni, expressed initial concern but noted that early reports were not severe. The World Cup begins in two weeks, and while Messi may miss early games, the likelihood of him missing the tournament is low.
- ▪Lionel Messi was substituted in the 79th minute due to muscle fatigue in his left hamstring.
- ▪Argentina's coach, Lionel Scaloni, is cautiously optimistic about Messi's condition after initial reports.
- ▪The World Cup is set to start on June 11, with Argentina's first match against Algeria on June 16.
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Soccer How Argentina is handling a possible Lionel Messi World Cup injury By Ryan Giancola Published May 29, 2026, 1:07 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Lionel Messi’s World Cup status has been put into question. The entire soccer fandom held its breath Sunday as the Argentinian superstar had to be subbed off in the 79th minute of his latest game with MLS’ Inter Miami. The initial report was “muscle fatigue in his left hamstring.” 3 Messi walking off the field after his apparent hamstring injury AFP via Getty Images Argentinian national team and World Cup-winning manager Lionel Scaloni was among those worried when the injury occurred, but after reading the reports his concern eased up a bit. “The first reports are not that bad.
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