Argentina’s national team is gearing up to defend their World Cup title as the CONMEBOL qualifiers kick off on Thursday, October 12. Lionel Scaloni, the team’s coach, recently unveiled the roster of selected players, but there are three unexpected absences due to injuries: Lisandro Martínez, Angel Di Maria, and Angel Correa will not be able to participate. Discover Lionel Messi to join up with Argentina national team despite injury.
There were also doubts about whether Lionel Messi would opt for some rest, considering he has been dealing with an injury that has sidelined him from recent MLS matches. Ultimately, Lionel Messi has decided to join the Argentina team, accompanied by his trainer. Reports suggest that the Inter Miami player will attempt to get some playing time over the weekend against Cincinnati.
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So, what happened to Messi?
During a match against Toronto, the Argentine star requested a substitution in the 37th minute. Speculation arose that it might be a new muscle injury, as he seemed to struggle during his last moments on the field. However, Tata Martino, the coach of the Argentine national team, confirmed that it is a recurring issue from an old injury. He clarified that the concern is related to a scar that is at risk of reopening, potentially leading to a more severe problem if not managed carefully.