Messi injured: “Inter Miami” worried before the season
With only 10 days left before the start of the new MLS season, unpleasant news has spread for the Inter Miami team. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
It has been revealed that the club's key player Lionel Messi has suffered an injury. According to the club's statement, the Argentine star stretched his hamstring during a friendly match against Barcelona SC in Ecuador.
He has not participated in training sessions since the game, and the muscle tightness is still ongoing. For this reason, doctors are carefully managing his recovery process.
Messi's return to training will be carried out gradually depending on his health condition. Inter Miami is scheduled to start the new season on February 21 with a match against the Los Angeles club.
Interest in this match is high because the opponent has well-known players such as Son Heung-min and Deni Buanga. At the same time, Inter Miami's head coach Javier Mascherano emphasizes that Messi's health should be the top priority.
He noted that it is more important for the 38-year-old player to be in good form throughout the entire season than to play in one or two matches. Mascherano also called for avoiding worsening the injury, considering the upcoming 2026 World Cup.
While Messi is out, new player Germán Berterame is expected to play a key role in the attacking line. Last season, Messi accumulated 48 points in the "goal + assist" system, marking one of the best results in league history.
His absence could have a significant impact on the team. Additionally, Inter Miami will compete for the top prize in three competitions this season.
The club's new stadium — Miami Freedom Park arena — is planned to open in 2026. Messi's contract extension until the end of 2028 is also considered an important step for the club's future.
In conclusion, the Inter Miami team needs to act with patience and wisdom now. Messi missing one or two games at the start of the season is not harmful to the team; on the contrary, it is more important for him to perform well in good health throughout the entire season.
Since MLS is a long marathon, it is advisable to conserve strength in the initial phase and focus on long-term plans.
