Lionel Messi misses Argentina training session due to injury raising Copa America concerns

Argentina’s impending match against Peru was a source of concern as Lionel Messi was unable to participate in their training session due to a muscle injury.

Concerns regarding Lionel Messi’s availability for the forthcoming Copa America match against Peru have been voiced as a result of his absence from Argentina’s training session.

Messi, who celebrated his 37th birthday this week, required medical attention for his quadriceps during Argentina’s 1-0 victory over Chile. Reports following the match indicated that Messi may withdraw from the forthcoming Copa America match against Peru on June 29 in order to recuperate from a sore quadriceps injury.

He remained at the team hotel while his compatriots competed on the pitch at Florida International University on Thursday, as reported by The Athletic. His right adductor was treated by a team physiotherapist who concentrated on kinesiology exercises.

Argentina may provide their star player with a much-needed break to ensure he is ready for the knockout stages, as the team has already qualified for the next round after two victories in Group A. Argentina will face either Ecuador or Mexico in Houston in the subsequent round of the tournament if they emerge victorious in Group A without their renowned captain.

Messi elaborated on the impact of his injury on his performance against Chile. “At the commencement of the game, I experienced some discomfort in my right hamstring.” Messi stated, “It was extremely tight.”

“It was not as loose as it should have been.” However, I was able to complete the game. We will observe the outcome. Official confirmation is currently being avidly anticipated by fans, who are optimistic about the outcome. However, indications suggest that he will not participate in the forthcoming game.

Messi’s muscle injuries are rapidly accruing, which is a cause for concern regarding his long-term endurance, particularly in relation to Argentina. Messi was unable to participate in two preseason matches for Inter Miami due to an adductor injury that occurred in February.

Messi was forced to leave the pitch in the 37th minute of Inter Miami’s 4-0 victory over Toronto FC last September as a result of muscle issues. The setbacks are indicative of a recurring pattern in which the eight-time Ballon d’Or recipient has been absent for brief periods of time.

Despite his recent injury struggles, Messi continues to demonstrate his efficacy, in addition to his historical accomplishments, which include becoming the first Argentine player to participate in seven Copa America tournaments. He has provided one assist in two outings thus far in the competition.

Lautaro Martínez and Julian Alvarez have primarily shared the responsibility for scoring. Argentina’s two-game winning record has been bolstered by Martínez’s two goals and Alvarez’s one. The team’s balanced depth and ability to recruit talent are underscored by the fact that bookmakers continue to predict that Argentina will win the Copa América, despite Messi’s absence.