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Messi's Hamstring Injury Postpones Friendly, Affects MLS Debut

2/12/2026

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Lionel Messi of Inter Miami CF sustained a muscle strain in his left hamstring on February 7, 2026.
The February 13, 2026 friendly against Independiente del Valle was postponed to February 26, 2026 because of the injury.
Messi did not participate in training on February 11, 2026, and his return depends on recovery.
Inter Miami will open the 2026 MLS season against LAFC on February 21, 2026.

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Lionel Messi of Inter Miami CF sustained a muscle strain in his left hamstring on February 7, 2026.
The February 13, 2026 friendly against Independiente del Valle was postponed to February 26, 2026 because of the injury.
Messi did not participate in training on February 11, 2026, and his return depends on recovery.
Inter Miami will open the 2026 MLS season against LAFC on February 21, 2026.