Messi escapes serious injury, cleared for Argentina friendlies and World Cup

Argentina can breathe a huge sigh of relief. According to Tribuna, citing Doble Amarilla, captain Lionel Messi has been cleared of any serious injury after fears erupted during Inter Miami’s dramatic 6-4 victory on Sunday.

The 38-year-old superstar sparked concern when he asked to be substituted early and appeared to clutch his left leg before heading down the tunnel. With the World Cup just around the corner, the incident immediately raised alarm bells among Argentina fans.

However, medical tests reportedly showed no muscular injury, with doctors attributing the discomfort to fatigue caused by difficult, rain-soaked playing conditions.

The good news means Messi remains on course to feature in Argentina’s pre-World Cup friendlies and will be available as the defending champions prepare to launch their title defence.