Argentina national team boss, Lionel Scaloni, has provided an update on Lionel Messi's fitness ahead of the World Cup. The 35-year-old superstar had given his country an injury fright when he suffered a muscle strain playing for Inter Miami in their MLS match against Philadelphia Union.
Messi scored six goals in the game, but struggled with the injury in the second half, which sparked concerns about his readiness for the World Cup. Scaloni, however, has assured fans that Messi is on track to recover and will be fit for the tournament.
Argentina are set to play their first match of the World Cup against Saudi Arabia on 22 November, and fans are eager to see Messi in action. The Argentine legend has been training with his team-mates, but it remains to be seen if he will start the opening game or take some time to get back up to speed.
The injury scare comes at a crucial time for Argentina, who are looking to build on their impressive performance in the 2022 World Cup. Messi's fitness is a major concern for the team, and fans will be keeping a close eye on his progress in the coming days.