SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
LIONEL MESSI #10 - FORWARD - INTER MIAMI CF
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Lionel Messi sits out U.S. Open Cup final between Inter Miami, Houston Dynamo Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba were not in the lnter Miami lineup for U.S. Open Cup final Wednesday vs. Houston Dynamo
Lionel Messi won't play in U.S. Open Cup final due to injury
Lionel Messi will not play for Inter Miami in Wednesday’s U.S. Open Cup final because of a lingering muscle issue, which suggests the injury...SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
Without Lionel Messi, Inter Miami loses 2-1 to Houston in US Open Cup final
Lionel Messi was not on Inter Miami’s roster for the U.S. Open Cup final against Houston on Wednesday night, marking the fourth match for club and country that he’s missed in recen...SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dónde ver la final de la Copa Abierta de EEUU, Inter Miami de Messi vs. Houston de Herrera El Inter de Miami tiene la oportunidad de conquistar un segundo título desde la llegada del trío del Barcelona, encabezado por Lionel Messi.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • LATIMES.COM
2023 U.S. Open Cup odds: Lionel Messi, Inter Miami vs. Houston lines
Here are the odds for Messi and Inter Miami's match against Houston for the U.S. Open Cup title. Will the superstar start the match?SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
U.S. Open Cup Final: How to watch Inter Miami vs. Houston Dynamo; Lionel Messi status Lionel Messi's injury concerns are plaguing the team, at a crucial point in the season.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • SYRACUSE.COM
Misses U.S. Open Cup match Messi (rest) is not in the squad for Wednesday's U.S. Open Cup match against Houston.
Impact Messi fails to make the squad Wednesday despite all of the rumors and speculation on his status over the last week. There's a chance he actually has an injury, but manager Tata Martino has kept the situation tight to the vest, and it's being called fatigue and rest. Messi last appeared Sept. 20 when he was subbed off in the first half and will remain a doubt to feature for Saturday's league match against NYC FC.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Stop Lionel Messi? Houston Dynamo know there's no "magic bullet" | MLSSoccer.com How do you stop Lionel Messi, who’s widely considered the greatest player of all time?
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Messi Mania has grabbed hold in Major League Soccer, but will it be a long-lasting boost?
Lionel Messi's arrival in the United States has boosted his team and Major League Soccer both on and off the field.SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Lionel Messi's MLS move has already exceeded all expectations
Whether Lionel Messi hoists another trophy on Wednesday, his maiden season with Miami has already been a massive success.SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Lionel Messi: Will Inter Miami star play in US Open Cup Final? | MLSSoccer.com Tata Martino knows millions around the world are waiting with bated breath to learn whether Lionel Messi will take the field for Inter Miami...
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Messi a game-time decision for U.S. Open Cup final Lionel Messi is recovering from what Inter Miami coach Tata Martino has previously described as “fatigue.”
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Lionel Messi's status for US Open Cup final remains unclear
Lionel Messi’s status remains unclear for Inter Miami’s U.S. Open Cup final match against Houston on Wednesday night.SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Messi's status for US Open Cup final on Wednesday remains unclear
Lionel Messi’s status remains unclear for Inter Miami’s U.S. Open Cup final match against Houston on Wednesday nightSEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
If he plays, Lionel Messi's brilliance makes this year's U.S. Open Cup a must-see event
The U.S. Open Cup doesn't generate a ton of regular buzz, but with Messi hopefully in the mix, all eyes will be on Inter Miami vs. Houston o...SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Returns to training Messi (rest) was pictured back in training for the team ahead of Wednesday's U.S Open Cup match versus Houston.
Impact Previous reporting announced that Messi would not train Tuesday, but he was indeed with the team and training on the grass ahead of Wednesday's final. As long as he is fit, the Argentine is expected to start up top alongside either Josef Martinez or Leonardo Campana against Houston. He's been stellar since he joined the club, scoring a total of 11 goals with five assists across three competitions since July.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Not training Tuesday Messi (rest) was not in training ahead of Wednesday's U.S Open Cup Finals against Houston, per Franco Panizo of Miami Total Futbol.
Impact Messi took Sunday's match to rest after coming out against Toronto on what appeared to be fatigue. He was not seen in training Tuesday, which leaves his status for Wednesday's U.S Open Cup final in jeopardy. This could have been for precaution, as further details of his availability are expected to come in the next day. In any case, Leonardo Campana will continue to get the notch at forward while the Argentine sits out.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Without Lionel Messi, Inter Miami seeks points at Orlando City Inter Miami will be trying to pick up another crucial result in their pursuit of the playoffs without Lionel Messi when they travel a few ho...
SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Lionel Messi claims he was never recognized by PSG for World Cup win
Lionel Messi claims that Paris Saint-German never honored him for Argentina's 2022 World Cup victory.SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Inter Miami coach: Lionel Messi 'isn't able to play freely' Inter Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino confirmed Friday that star forward Lionel Messi will miss Sunday’s match at Orlando City as he deal...
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Inter Miami: Analyzing Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba's upcoming absence | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
'Playoff chase is over!?' Can Inter Miami reach playoffs despite Messi's potential injury? | ESPN FC
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Not injured, dealing with fatigue Messi (leg) underwent tests and the x-rays came back clean, so he is only dealing with fatigue, Gaston Edul of TyC Sports reports. He'll still miss Saturday's match against Orlando...
Impact While this is an encouraging update, it doesn't change his status for the weekend. Messi won't play against Orlando City in the derby and will be rested for the US Open Cup final against the Dynamo next Wednesday.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Lionel Messi to miss Inter Miami's next game after leaving Toronto match early
Lionel Messi had to exit Inter Miami's game against Toronto FC with an apparent injury and will miss Sunday's game at Orlando.SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Undergoing tests Messi (leg) is set to undergo tests to find out the significance of his injury Thursday, according to Gaston Edul of TyC Sports.
Impact Messi is set for scans today following his leg injury suffered against Toronto Wednesday. Tata Martino already ruled him out of Sunday's match against Orlando and will remain questionable for the U.S Open Cup final versus Houston Wednesday until the results from his tests are revealed.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
