Messi Sat Out Argentina’s Pre-World Cup Friendly Against Honduras Due to Muscle Fatigue
Lionel Messi did not play in Argentina’s pre-World Cup friendly against Honduras due to muscle fatigue and a mild strain in his left hamstring. He was active during the warm-up with his teammates, according to one report. Argentina officials stated his availability depends on his clinical and functional progress. Tests indicated Messi suffered discomfort but no serious injury ahead of the Worldcup
Lionel Messi sat out Argentina’s pre-World Cup friendly against Honduras due to muscle fatigue and a mild strain in his left hamstring. According to one report, Messi was active during the warm-up with his teammates before the match. Argentina officials said his progress and potential availability for upcoming matches depend on his clinical and functional progress. Tests indicated Messi experienced discomfort but no serious injury. Another report stated that Inter Miami confirmed Messi is dealing with fatigue-related issues. Argentina also played a pre-World Cup friendly against Iceland, according to the same source. Messi is 38 years old and will turn 39 soon.
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