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Messi Undergoes Tests for Injury Ahead of World Cup

Lionel Messi is undergoing further medical tests for an injury ahead of the upcoming World Cup, though Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni has downplayed fears, expressing optimism about his recovery. Meanwhile, a Messi statue in India is being removed due to safety concerns.

27 May, 01:04 — 27 May, 11:18
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The GuardianMostly Factual2d ago

‘Not that bad’: Argentina’s Scaloni calms Messi injury fears before World Cup defence

Inter Miami star suffers hamstring issue on Sunday Scaloni will ‘wait to see how it evolves’ with new tests Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has calmed fears over Lionel Messi’s fitness, suggesting his latest injury “is not that bad” with just two weeks to go before the start of the World Cup. Messi was diagnosed with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring by Inter Miami after he made an abrupt exit from the MLS’ club’s 6-4 victory over Philadelphia Union on Sunday. Continue reading...

By AFP

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual2d ago

Messi’s GOAT statue in India to be removed over safety concerns

Statue to honour World Cup winner Lionel Messi, unveiled during his GOAT tour of India, unstable on busy Kolkata road.

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YahooMostly Factual2d ago

10 players to watch at the World Cup

Two of soccer's all-time greats will likely make their final bows on the sport's biggest stage at the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo can finally pass the baton on to a new generation including Spain's Lamine Yamal. Kylian Mbappé — who was only 19 when he won the World Cup with France in 2018 — is still waiting to confirm his place as the heir-apparent to Messi and Ronaldo.

By JAMES ROBSON

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batimesMostly Factual2d ago

Scaloni eases fears over Messi injury ahead of World Cup - Buenos Aires Times

Scaloni eases fears over Messi injury ahead of World Cup  Buenos Aires Times

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