New Delhi, May 26 -- Lionel Messi gave Argentina fans a scare when he left the field during Inter Miami's Major League Soccer (MLS) clash against Philadelphia Union on Monday. The concern grew because Messi himself requested to be subbed off on 73rd minute of the game, especially with the FIFA World Cup 2026 is just three weeks away in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

With heavy rain during the game, Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos explained that Messi might have felt fatigued and the club didn't want to take any risk, considering the global tournament fast approaching. Hours later, Inter Miami shared an update on Messi, stating the 38-year-old is dealing with a muscle fatigue in his left hamstring.

"Inter Miami CF's captain had ...