New York, June 2 -- Legendary footballer Lionel Messi trained separately during Argentina's first practice session in the United States as he continues his recovery from a hamstring issue.

The Inter Miami captain has been sidelined since May 24 due to muscle fatigue in his left hamstring, but is expected to regain full fitness in time for Argentina's World Cup opener against Algeria on June 16, according to ESPN.

The 38-year-old joined the national team at their base camp in Kansas City and completed an individual training programme on Monday.

"The players who are suffering from niggles and injuries continue to work with the physiotherapy team on specific exercises on the pitch and are making good progress," Argentina's Football Associ...