Lionel Messi has been intensively working on his recovery from muscle fatigue and an overload in his left hamstring, following an injury sustained on 24th May during an MLS match with Inter Miami. As Argentina prepares for its second friendly match against Iceland and the upcoming World Cup 2026 qualifier against Algeria, the fitness of the star player has become a major concern for fans worldwide.
Messi Expected to Play Against Iceland
According to recent reports, Lionel Messi is likely to feature in the upcoming friendly against Iceland, with expectations that he will play some minutes. Argentina's World Cup-winning coach, Lionel Scaloni, addressed the media on Friday, providing an update on Messi's condition.
Scaloni stated, "Leo is doing well. The injury is in the past. He is working very well in training and can already get minutes in the friendlies." He added, "He may be part of the friendly matches, getting some minutes in these two friendlies." The coach continued, "We'll see if it's tomorrow or the next one. But he's doing a lot better, and that gives us tranquility."
While Messi missed the first friendly against Honduras, he is now scheduled to return to the field for the match against Iceland at the Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama.
Details of the Injury
During Inter Miami's victory over the Philadelphia Union on 24th May, Messi appeared comfortable on the pitch but asked to be substituted in the 72nd minute. Reports indicate that he felt significant discomfort in his thigh, causing alarm among fans. However, subsequent medical examinations revealed no serious injury, only muscular overload and fatigue in his left hamstring.
Since then, Messi has focused exclusively on recovery and has returned to training with his team. All eyes are now on the legendary player as fans eagerly await his return to competitive action.
