Lionel Messi exited Inter Miami's match against Necaxa just 11 minutes in due to a muscle injury. While the team went on to win the penalty shootout, Messi’s status remained uncertain. Now, according to TN Deportivo, Lionel Messi will be sidelined for at least 15 days.

It will be a race back to fitness for the Argentine, who could miss several important Leagues Cup and MLS matches for Inter Miami.

Widely held as one of the greatest football players of all-time, if not the greatest, Lionel Messi holds the record for the most Ballon d'Or trophies of any player in history.

Inter Miami beat Pumas UNAM in their final group game of the 2025 Leagues Cup on Wednesday night at Chase Stadium to clinch a spot in the knockout round of the tournament.

Luis Suarez scored from the penalty spot and registered two assists as Inter Miami defeated Pumas 3-1 without injured Lionel Messi on Matchday 3 of Leagues Cup opening-phase play on Wednesday in Fort Lauderdale,

Inter Miami says star Lionel Messi is dealing with a minor muscle injury in his right leg after being hurt in the opening minutes of Saturday’s Leagues Cup match against Necaxa

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi underwent a minor injury during the game against Necaxa, but it remains to be seen when he will play again.

Inter Miami confirms Lionel Messi has sustained a minor muscle injury, leaving fans uncertain about his availability for upcoming matches as the Leagues Cup progresses.