Lionel Messi to Miss Next Two Miami MLS Matches with Ankle Injury
[Image: Lionel Messi in action, courtesy of AFP]
The Argentine superstar will be sidelined for the next two Major League Soccer matches for Inter Miami after suffering an ankle injury during Argentina’s Copa America final triumph.
According to Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino, Messi will miss the home matches against Toronto FC on Wednesday and the Chicago Fire on Saturday. The 37-year-old forward was forced to hobble off the field in the 64th minute of Argentina’s 1-0 victory over Colombia, with cameras showing a significant swelling on his right ankle.
"We’ll be doing further testing to determine the severity of the situation," Martino said. "He needs to have more tests and wait for the results."
Messi took to Instagram to thank fans for their messages of concern and support, saying: "I want to thank everyone for the messages and greetings. I’m fine, thank God, and I hope I can soon be back on the field enjoying what I love to do most."
Inter Miami currently sits second in the MLS Eastern Conference with 14 wins and five draws from 23 matches, just one point behind Cincinnati. The team is set to begin defending their Leagues Cup title against MLS and Mexican league rivals next week.
The Impact on Inter Miami
Messi’s absence will undoubtedly be a blow to Inter Miami, who have been enjoying a strong season under Martino’s guidance. The Argentine’s creativity and goal-scoring ability have been crucial to the team’s success, and his absence will likely be felt.
However, Inter Miami has a strong squad and has shown resilience in the face of adversity. With a solid defense and a potent attack, the team is well-equipped to cope with Messi’s absence.
What’s Next for Messi?
Messi’s injury is a setback, but it’s not the end of the world. The Argentine will likely undergo further tests to determine the severity of the injury and will look to make a swift recovery.
With Inter Miami’s next two matches coming up, Messi will be eager to get back on the field and help his team maintain their strong form. The road to recovery will be long and challenging, but Messi has a reputation for being one of the fittest and most resilient players in the world.
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