Messi subbed after apparent injury weeks ahead of World Cup
Leo Messi was substituted during Inter Miami's match against the Philadelphia Union due to an apparent injury concern. This incident comes just weeks before the World Cup, raising worries among fans and teammates. Messi, known for rarely being subbed out, appeared to grab the back of his leg before requesting to leave the game.
- ▪Messi was subbed out of the match against the Philadelphia Union due to an apparent injury.
- ▪He rarely gets substituted, even in late-game situations when leading.
- ▪The substitution occurred after Messi took a free-kick and seemed to grab his leg.
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