Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWill CastleMonday 25 May 2026 10:27 BSTLionel Messi’s heartfelt final message to India after GOAT tourLionel Messi sustained a hamstring injury during Inter Miami’s 6-4 victory over Philadelphia Union, leading to his substitution in the 73rd minute.The injury occurred less than a month before Argentina's World Cup title defence, raising significant concerns about his availability for the tournament.Inter Miami manager Mateo Silvetti expressed uncertainty regarding Messi's condition, stating he shared the same doubts as everyone else about the extent of the problem.This marks the first time Messi has been substituted for Inter Miami this season, having played every minute of his previous 14 appearances, during which he scored 12 goals and provided seven assists.Messi, who inspired Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022, had previously indicated he would only participate in the upcoming World Cup if he was fully healthy.In fullLionel Messi suffers injury scare for Inter Miami to put World Cup in doubtThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in