Argentina’s all-time top goal scorer Lionel Messi is set to miss the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Argentina’s all-time top scorer, Lionel Messi, is set to miss the upcoming international break after suffering a muscle injury.
According to renowned Italian sports journalist Fabrizio Romano, Messi underwent a scan on the morning of March 18, following Inter Miami’s 2-1 victory over Atlanta United.
The results confirmed a small muscle injury in the adductor area, ruling him out of Argentina’s crucial World Cup qualifiers.
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The injury setback means Messi will be unavailable when Argentina face Uruguay on March 22 and Brazil on March 26.
His absence will be a significant blow for the reigning world champions, who currently lead the World Cup qualifying group standings with 25 points from 12 matches.
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Messi had played a key role in Inter Miami’s recent win, scoring the opening goal before being substituted.
While his club will hope for a quick recovery, Argentina will have to navigate their two high-stakes fixtures without their talismanic captain.
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With Messi sidelined, the focus will shift to other stars such as Angel Di Maria, Julian Alvarez, and Lautaro Martinez to step up in his absence.
