Despite Ice Pack and Bloodied Bandage on Ankle, Lionel Messi Assured to Be Fit Before Final Inter Miami Game in 2023

Inter Miami will be playing the final match of 2023 on the coming weekend. Although just an exhibition match, the soccer fans won’t be seeing Lionel Messi in an Inter Miami jersey for a few months. Despite being bandaged over a bloody ankle, he is believed to be fit and will be in the starting lineup for the upcoming fixture. The supporters will have their first glimpse of the soccer icon after he won his 8th Ballon d’Or.

Due to rising complications, Inter Miami’s China tour was canceled. After this fixture, Messi will get ample time to focus on the World Cup qualifiers. As per David Beckham‘s plan, the Herons supporters can expect to see major signings before the next MLS season kicks off.

Inter Miami supporters to get a last glimpse of Lionel Messi in 2023 despite injury concerns

The Herons have had a wonderful season. The Florida-based club won its first silverware and also added some genuine talents to their squad. As the final match approached, fans were quick to notice Lionel Messi with bandages on his right ankle in a picture circulating on social media. This caused concern among the fans, who were excited to watch the soccer veteran play in the next game.

Lionel Messi was pictured with Racing Club official, Roby Martinez. However, what caught more attention of the fans was his right ankle and not the actual picture. The reporter who posted this picture, though confirmed that there’s nothing to worry and Messi would be playing in the club’s final match of this season against New York City FC at DRV PNK stadium.

After this match, Lionel Messi’s focus will switch towards succeeding with his nation. La Albiceleste is heading towards two tough fixtures, their opening game is against Uruguay in Buenos Aires while the next is against their arch-rival, Brazil in Rio De Janeiro. It will be crucial for all the teams as they look to secure the top spot in the qualifiers.

Coming back to Inter Miami, the club recently canceled its tour to China due to unavoidable circumstances. They ended up scheduling a friendly in the US itself, which would now conclude their soccer calendar.

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Inter Miami had planned an Asia tour for their fans after the club’s early exit from the MLS. The club had arranged two friendly matches in China to keep the excitement alive during the four-month gap between seasons. However, these plans were abruptly canceled due to the unfortunate passing of Former Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, leaving no choice but to call off the trip.

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The club had earlier accepted an invitation to play friendly matches against Chinese Super League teams. Originally scheduled for the 5th and 8th of November, these games promised a glimpse of Messi’s magic. Now, with the China tour canceled, fans have something even more exciting to look forward to. In addition to showcasing his incredible skills against New York City FC on the field, he’ll also have the honor of lifting his Ballon d’Or trophy in front of the fans in the US.

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