{"id":160132,"date":"2025-08-02T23:51:29","date_gmt":"2025-08-02T23:51:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/concern-at-inter-miami-lionel-messi-was-injured-during-the-match-against-necaxa-and-requested-to-be-substituted-after-just-seven-minutes\/"},"modified":"2025-08-02T23:51:31","modified_gmt":"2025-08-02T23:51:31","slug":"concern-at-inter-miami-lionel-messi-was-injured-during-the-match-against-necaxa-and-requested-to-be-substituted-after-just-seven-minutes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/concern-at-inter-miami-lionel-messi-was-injured-during-the-match-against-necaxa-and-requested-to-be-substituted-after-just-seven-minutes\/","title":{"rendered":"Concern at Inter Miami: Lionel Messi was injured during the match against Necaxa and requested to be substituted after just seven minutes."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The presence of Inter Miami<\/b> in the Leagues Cup<\/b> was recently marred by injury concerns when global superstar Lionel Messi<\/b> sustained an injury during the match against Necaxa. The incident occurred in the first half at Chase Stadium<\/i>, prompting immediate attention from his teammates and coaching staff.<\/p>\n

Messi went down just seven minutes into the game, calling over Javier Mascherano<\/b> for assistance. The coaching staff swiftly convened to determine the next steps while the 36-year-old was treated on the pitch. The injury appeared to stem from a clash with Spanish player Ra\u00fal S\u00e1nchez, as Messi fell awkwardly while attempting to navigate the defensive play in the box.<\/p>\n

After attempting to continue, the forward walked off the field towards the bench before collapsing to the ground for further evaluation. By the tenth minute, Federico Redondo<\/b> was getting ready to replace Messi as he was escorted to the locker room, indicated that something significant had occurred.<\/p>\n

Once the match resumed, the Venezuelan Tablasco Segovia<\/b> put Inter Miami ahead 1-0 with a brilliant strike. The American squad featured several key Argentines, including Rodrigo de Paul, Rocco R\u00edos Novo, and the ever-popular Luis Su\u00e1rez. However, it was Maximiliano Falc\u00f3n<\/b> who made headlines after receiving a red card for a foul on Diber Change shortly thereafter, adding drama to an already tense match.<\/p>\n

As the first half progressed, another substitution occurred due to a hydration break, with Gonzalo Luj\u00e1n coming on for Allende. This adjustment coincided with a growing Mexican threat as Tom\u00e1s Badaloni<\/b> scored an equalizer for Necaxa shortly before halftime, proving that the Mexicans were not going to bow easily.<\/p>\n

Lionel Messi’s journey in this year’s Leagues Cup had started strong, with two assists that led to a nail-biting victory against Atlas of Mexico<\/b>. Not only does this performance highlight his continuing importance to the team, but it also places him on the cusp of a remarkable milestone\u2014he is only \u00a026 goals away from 900 professional goals\u00a0, having accumulated a staggering record of 874 goals and 388 assists across 1,116 matches<\/b>. This includes statistics from his illustrious stints with Barcelona, PSG, and now Inter Miami.<\/p>\n

Messi’s standing as one of the all-time greats is often compared to that of Cristiano Ronaldo<\/b>, who leads the race towards 1,000 goals with an impressive tally of 938 goals in 1,281 official appearances. The comparisons are inevitable, especially considering the contrasting careers and playing styles, but Messi continues to shine brightly on the field.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead, Inter Miami’s schedule is packed. The team is set to face Pumas UNAM from Mexico<\/b> in an upcoming match that promises to be a significant showdown, particularly with the addition of Keylor Navas<\/b> to the Mexican side. This match is anticipated to provide another litmus test for Messi’s team and will take place at Chase Stadium<\/i> on Wednesday, August 6<\/b>.<\/p>\n

This year’s Leagues Cup has introduced a new format, where American and Mexican teams face off over three days. The top four teams from both the MLS and Liga MX will advance to the quarterfinals, with the grand final scheduled for Sunday, August 31. The stakes are high, and every match counts, intensifying the competition among some of the most respected teams and players in the region.<\/p>\n

As we continue to monitor Messi’s condition and his contributions on the field, the anticipation surrounding these upcoming matches remains palpable. Football fans worldwide are hoping for a swift recovery for the iconic figure as he looks to add more milestones to his legendary career.<\/p>\n

News in development …<\/b><\/i><\/p>\n

1-<\/b> 91 goals in 2012 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

2-<\/b> 60 goals in 2010 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

3-<\/b> 59 goals in 2011 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

4-<\/b> 59 goals in 2016 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

5-<\/b> 58 goals in 2014 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

6-<\/b> 54 goals in 2017 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

7-<\/b> 52 goals in 2015 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

8-<\/b> 51 goals in 2018 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

9-<\/b> 50 goals in 2019 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

10-<\/b> 45 goals in 2013 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

11-<\/b> 43 goals in 2021 (Barcelona\/PSG\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

12-<\/b> 41 goals in 2009 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

13-<\/b> 35 goals in 2022 (PSG\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

14-<\/b> 31 goals in 2007 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

15-<\/b> 29 goals in 2024 (Inter Miami\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

16-<\/b> 28 goals in 2023 (PSG\/Inter Miami\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

17-<\/b> 27 goals in 2020 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

18- <\/b><\/i>24 goals in 2025 (Inter Miami\/National Team Argentina)*<\/i><\/p>\n

19-<\/b> 22 goals in 2008 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

20-<\/b> 12 goals in 2006 (Barcelona\/National Team Argentina)<\/p>\n

* Ongoing season – has not scored with Argentina so far<\/i><\/p>\n


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