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The 38-year-old forward was seen clutching the back of his left leg before walking directly down the tunnel, sparking immediate fears over his fitness with the global tournament just weeks away.\n\nInter Miami head coach Guillermo Hoyos moved quickly to downplay the incident, describing the withdrawal as precautionary. He attributed it to fatigue and the heavy, rain-soaked pitch at the team’s home stadium. “He was tired; the pitch was heavy and when in doubt, the standard approach is always to ensure you don’t take any risks,” Hoyos told reporters. As of yet, no formal medical report has been filed on Messi’s condition.\n\nThe scare comes at a delicate time for the Albiceleste. Messi is widely expected to lead Argentina as they defend their title at the 2026 World Cup, which kicks off on June 11 and is co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. National team coach is set to name his final squad next week, with Argentina’s opening fixture against Algeria scheduled for June 16.\n\nMessi’s participation would mark his record-equaling sixth World Cup appearance, a testament to his enduring brilliance. Despite turning 39 later this year, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner remains the linchpin of Argentina’s system, having inspired them to glory in Qatar 2022 with seven goals and three assists. Any injury delay could disrupt the team’s finely tuned preparations, which include warm-up fixtures designed to build cohesion around the captain.\n\nThe forward’s injury history has added to the anxiety. Since his move to Major League Soccer in 2023, Messi has carefully managed his workload, frequently resting during the congested domestic calendar. However, he has also missed stretches of games with hamstring issues—the same muscle group that appeared to tighten on Sunday. The sight of him grabbing his left leg inevitably revived memories of those setbacks.\n\nBeyond Argentina, the incident also raises questions for Inter Miami, who are heavily reliant on their superstar. Messi has been in dazzling form this season, contributing goals and assists that keep the club in the playoff hunt. Any absence—even short-term—could derail their campaign. Moreover, MLS would suffer a significant blow without its marquee attraction, especially as the league enjoys heightened global visibility during the World Cup build-up.\n\nFor now, the official word remains that Messi’s substitution was entirely precautionary, and the player himself walked unassisted to the locker room—a positive sign. Argentina’s medical staff will likely be in close contact with Inter Miami to monitor his recovery. The upcoming squad announcement will be a clear indicator of the seriousness of the knock; if Messi is named without caveats, confidence will be high.\n\nThis episode underscores the delicate balancing act facing both club and country. Messi’s ambition to play one last World Cup must be weighed against the physical toll of a demanding MLS season. With little margin for error, even minor discomfort is treated with extreme caution. The heavy schedule—Inter Miami play twice more before the squad gather—means his minutes will be meticulously managed.\n\nHistorically, Messi has shown remarkable resilience, recovering quickly from niggles. In the run-up to Qatar 2022, he nursed minor ailments but still performed superbly. Argentina fans will hope this scare is nothing more than a precaution, much like those earlier incidents. The team’s depth, with players like Julián Álvarez and Ángel Di María, offers some insurance, but Messi’s presence is irreplaceable.\n\nAs the football world watches closely, all eyes will be on the next training report and the squad list. For a player of Messi’s stature, every substitution is interpreted through the lens of the big stage. Until definitive medical clearance is given, the saga will simmer. One thing is certain: Argentina’s World Cup hopes rest, in no small part, on the left leg of their iconic No. 10.\n\nBased on reporting from BBC Sport.","news","Lionel Messi was subbed off in the 73rd minute after grabbing his left leg, but Inter Miami's coach called it precautionary due to fatigue and a heavy pitch.","326257590608596992","Inter Miami","334255655311380481","326135629471551488","Major League Soccer","333431495450431488","Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union","2026-05-25T06:52:07Z","messi-injury-scare-73rd-minute-exit-precautionary","BBC Sport","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bbc.com\u002Fsport\u002Ffootball\u002Farticles\u002Fcx211e5890lo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss",[68,63,80,81,82,83,84,85,86],"326222712110321664","326222712655581184","326222711908995072","326222713142120448","326257539769438208","326222707169431552","326222712898850816",[69,64,88,89,90,91,92,93,94],"Argentina","Algeria","Mexico","Canada","Inter","Anderlecht","Qatar","Messi Injury Scare: 73rd-Minute Exit, Precautionary",[97,125,138,189],{"awayTeamId":98,"awayTeamName":99,"body":-1,"category":66,"excerpt":100,"homeTeamId":63,"homeTeamName":64,"id":101,"leagueId":71,"leagueName":72,"matchId":102,"matchName":103,"publishedAt":104,"slug":105,"sourceName":106,"sourceURL":107,"teamId":63,"teamName":64,"teamIds":108,"teamNames":116,"title":124},"326257590050754560","New York Red Bulls","Ernst Tanner hasn't returned to the Union after his ban ended; restorative training incomplete. 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