Fort Lauderdale, Aug 3 (V7N) – Lionel Messi appeared to suffer an upper-leg injury early in Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup match against Mexican club Necaxa on Saturday at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
 
The incident occurred less than 10 minutes into the game. As Messi attempted to maneuver near the penalty area, he tripped and fell, immediately signaling discomfort. He rolled over on the pitch and slapped the ground in visible frustration before slowly making his way toward midfield, passing in front of Inter Miami’s bench.
 
Messi was seen touching the back of his hips, then collapsed again onto the turf. He lay on his back, gazing upward as concern spread among the crowd. Moments later, a team trainer approached and began examining his inner right thigh.
 
Although Messi managed to sit up and did not appear to require a stretcher, the nature and severity of the injury remain unclear. Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano is expected to provide an update following the conclusion of the match.
 
Messi’s presence has been central to Inter Miami’s recent success, and any potential absence could significantly affect the team’s momentum in the tournament. Fans and analysts alike await confirmation regarding his condition as the team prepares for the rest of the Leagues Cup campaign.
 
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