Lionel Messi with knee injury temporarily out of Paris Saint-Germain | Football

sport">The 34-year-old attacker, who is still waiting for his first goal in French service, will miss the away match in the Ligue 1 against FC Metz on Wednesday. In the course of the week, Messi will be examined again by the medical staff. Then it should become clear when the Argentinian can play football again. PSG will host Manchester City in the Champions League next week.

sport">Messi was replaced by coach Mauricio Pochettino fifteen minutes before the end to his own dissatisfaction in the home game against Olympique Lyon on Sunday. The Argentinian ignored the outstretched hand of his compatriot and looked at Pochettino for a moment with pity. However, according to the trainer, Messi already had physical complaints. “We saw that he was touching his knee and making gestures, so we switched him,” said Pochettino. In stoppage time, substitute Mauro Icardi gave the Parisians the win (2-1). PSG lead France with 18 points from six matches.

Fuss about switch

sport">Messi’s substitution was widely reported in the media. Pochettino understands all the fuss. “I understand and accept that, but the players and their health are my number one priority. We thought it was the best decision to take him out. Of course, great players always want to be on the field.”

sport">Spanish defender Sergio Ramos is still training individually after an injury and is also missing against Metz. Midfielder Marco Verratti resumed training on Tuesday.

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