Inter Miami has provided a fresh injury report on Lionel Messi following his ankle injury during the Copa America final against Colombia. The Argentine star sustained the injury during the match at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, where Argentina secured victory with a late goal from Lautaro Martínez. Messi had to be substituted midway through the game and was later seen on the bench with tears, his ankle wrapped in ice.
Initially, it was anticipated that Messi would miss two upcoming matches, against Toronto on July 19 and Chicago on July 20. However, the latest update from Inter Miami's medical team reveals a more serious outlook, confirming that Messi has suffered a ligament injury in his right ankle.
In an official statement, Inter Miami stated, "After a medical evaluation presented by Baptist Health, it has been determined that Leo Messi has sustained a ligament injury in his right ankle. The captain's availability will depend on ongoing assessments and the progress of his recovery."
Despite Messi's absence, Inter Miami has performed admirably, winning five out of six matches. Messi, who has had a stellar season in Major League Soccer with 12 goals and nine assists in 12 appearances, will now focus on rehabilitation while the team continues to strive for success in his absence.
