Messi left the field without completing training; A hard blow for Argentina
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi was said to have been injured while training for the World Cup final in Qatar. Inside Sport reported that English media had reported that Messi suffered a hamstring injury during the semi-final against Croatia and missed training with the squad on Thursday. The Argentine Football Federation has not responded to this.
But now Argentine media have released reports that the star is injured. Subsequently, the player started training, but the player was unable to complete the training session and reportedly left the pitch.
🚨 Leo Messi has a hamstring injury and was absent from training today ❌
But don’t worry, he will keep his place in the final on Sunday 💪🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/2A48Oa6o3t
— Mohammed SheHussein (@MShehussein) December 15, 2022
The report states that Messi was injured early. But it’s unclear how serious the injury is. During the match against Croatia, Messi was seen straining his thigh muscles several times.
Fans are hoping Messi, who will go to the last World Cup of his career, will play the final in full health.
Acuna and Mondiel, who missed the semi-final through suspension, will rejoin the starting eleven for the final. Angel Di Maria’s recovery from injury gives supporters hope.
Messi and Mbappé have so far been on the hunt for goals in Qatar. Both have five goals each in the Qatar World Cup. Argentina super forward Julian Alvarez and French superstar Giroud are close behind with four goals each.
The Argentina-France final is scheduled for Sunday at the Lucille Stadium. Argentina are playing in their first World Cup final since 2014.
Highlights: Messi was injured during the semi-final
