Messi injury news update

Lionel Messi has been dealing with a series of injuries throughout the 2022-23 season, which has affected his performance and availability for his club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and the Argentine national team. Here's the latest update on his injury status:

Current Injury Status: As of March 2023, Messi is recovering from a left knee injury that he sustained during PSG's 2-1 win over Olympique de Marseille on February 26, 2023. The injury is believed to be a minor one, and he is expected to return to training soon.

Previous Injuries: Before the latest knee injury, Messi had been dealing with a series of minor issues, including:

  1. Hamstring strain: Messi suffered a hamstring strain during PSG's 2-1 win over Montpellier on January 22, 2023. He missed two games due to the injury.
  2. Ankle sprain: Messi twisted his ankle during PSG's 1-0 win over Rennes on January 15, 2023. He was substituted off in the 65th minute and missed the next game.
  3. Muscle fatigue: Messi was rested for PSG's 2-1 win over Nice on January 8, 2023, due to muscle fatigue.

Return to Training: Messi is expected to return to training with PSG soon, although the exact date is not yet confirmed. His availability for PSG's upcoming games will depend on his progress and how quickly he can regain his fitness.

International Duty: Messi was initially named in Argentina's squad for the 2023 CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia in March 2023. However, due to his injury, he was forced to withdraw from the squad. His availability for Argentina's next international games will depend on his recovery and fitness.

Timeline: Here's a rough timeline of Messi's injuries and recoveries:

Please note that injury updates can change rapidly, and this information may not be up-to-date. For the latest news and updates on Messi's injury status, I recommend checking reputable sports news sources or official club and national team websites.