Argentine forward Lionel Messi will miss several matches of Inter Miami in the MLS championship due to a call-up to the national team to participate in the 2026 World Cup qualification games. This was announced by Inter Miami head coach Gerardo Martino.
Gerardo Martino
Leo is gonna miss at least three games. He's gonna get called up by his national team and others too.
Argentina's national team will play Ecuador and Bolivia in early September in qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
Messi moved to Inter Miami in July 2023. The 36-year-old forward played nine matches for the club, scoring 11 goals and making three assists.
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