Published 09:12 IST, July 19th 2024

'It has been determined...': Inter Miami coach Tata Martino Gives Latest on Lionel Messi's Injury

Inter Miami boss Tata Martino discusses the latest developments about Lionel Messi's injury, emphasising the team's effort to ensure the star's recuperation.

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Argentina's Lionel Messi grimaces during the Copa America final soccer match against Colombia in Miami Gardens, Fla. | Image: AP
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With Argentina, Lionel Messi won Copa America title by 1-0 over Colombia. Unfortunately, he picked up a serious injury during game, resulting in an emotional exit and questions over his returning to field. Messi's recuperation schedule is clouded with doubt as Inter Miami stands by. Fans await updates on when football star will be returning for US-based squ.

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Inter Miami coach Tata Martino me a huge statement about Lionel Messi’s return from injury

Manager Tata Martino from Inter Miami has underlined that squ would not take any "risk" with Lionel Messi, ir injured captain. On Sunday, July 14, Argentina's 2024 Copa America final triumph against Colombia in Miami left 37-year-old with a swollen ankle.

Messi started game for current champions but h to leave field midway through second half as it went into extra time. Assisted by Giovani Lo Celso, Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez scored winning goal 22 minutes into extra time, allowing La Albiceleste to keep ir continental crown despite his absence.

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Lionel Messi first was supposed to miss two Inter Miami games against Toronto on July 17 and Chicago on July 20. GOAL claims, however, that Messi has a ligament damage in his right ankle, hence maybe sidelining him for a lengthier length of time. A club statement on situation res (as stated by GOAL):

“Inter Miami CF has provided an injury update presented by Baptist Health for captain Leo Messi. After a medical evaluation, it has been determined that Leo Messi has suffered a ligament injury in his right ankle. captain's availability will be determined by periodic assessments and progress of his recovery.”

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“ club’s medical report came out and new information is that: regarding when he could come back, he will be evaluated week by week, and we will see what his recovery is like, we won’t be taking any of risk.”

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Lionel Messi has h a remarkable beginning to his inaugural complete season in American football, accumulating 12 goals and nine assists in an only 12 league appearances for Inter Miami.

09:12 IST, July 19th 2024