The star footballer limped off the field in Florida after colliding with a defender. The team's manager said he has "hamstring discomfort" but the extent of the injury is not yet known.

Lionel Messi exited Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup match against Necaxa on Saturday night after suffering an apparent hamstring injury in the opening minutes. After the match that Inter Miami won in a penalty shootout,

De Paul’s arrival is yet another sign that Inter Miami is building a serious project around Messi, one based on personal bonds and on-field chemistry. As a key player for Argentina, De Paul adds experience, quality, and a deep connection to the club’s now clearly Argentine identity.