Inter Miami have confirmed that Lionel Messi missed training due to a muscle strain in his left hamstring sustained during the club’s match against Barcelona SC in Ecuador, Softfootball reports.
The development was also reported by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle, highlighting concerns over the Argentine star’s fitness.
Romano reported as follows:
Inter Miami confirm Leo Messi did not participate in training this due to a muscle strain in his left hamstring. “His gradual return to training will depend on his clinical and functional progress in the coming days”.
The 38-year-old underwent additional medical tests which confirmed the diagnosis, and the club’s medical staff are now closely monitoring his recovery.
With fitness being a decisive factor at this stage of his career, Messi has openly admitted that he hopes to feature in the upcoming World Cup tournament. However, he emphasized that his participation will ultimately depend on how well his body responds in the months ahead.
In separate breaking news, Nottingham Forest have confirmed the dismissal of head coach Sean Dyche with immediate effect. The decision comes just 114 days after his appointment on October 21, 2025. Dyche managed 17 Premier League games, recording six wins, three draws, and eight defeats, leaving Forest 17th in the table and only three points above the relegation zone.
