Lionel Messi came off the bench in the 71st minute against Philadelphia Union, scored a goal just one minute later, and then left the pitch with what appeared to be a left thigh concern.

Inter Miami’s 6-4 victory over Philadelphia Union on May 25 was entertaining by any standard. Messi contributed two assists during his time on the field. Argentina’s World Cup campaign kicks off roughly three weeks after this match.

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Messi’s early exit from the match, reportedly around the 72nd or 73rd minute, was attributed to a possible left thigh problem.

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