Javier Mascherano's explanation for Lionel Messi's injury at Inter Miami: "Maybe it's not that big of a deal..."

Beyond the good news of winning on penalties against Necaxa —in a crucial match that ended in a nail-biting draw— Inter Miami was concerned about Lionel Messi's injury. The Argentine was only on the field for seven minutes because, after a massive burst of speed, he threw himself to the turf, sought medical attention, and was substituted.

The situation frightened fans at Chase Stadium and set off alarm bells for the entire pink team, but also for the Argentine National Team, because in a month the last double date of the Qualifiers will be played . And after the victory in the penalty shootout, Javier Mascherano , the Inter Miami coach, dedicated his first response in the press conference to the situation of the Rosario native.

"Leo felt discomfort in his hamstring, and we won't know the extent of the injury until tomorrow. He probably has something. Maybe it's not that serious; he wasn't in pain," said Jefecito.

Mascherano's initial words seem to convey a certain degree of reassurance, although he knows that without tests, any analysis is irrelevant . This Sunday, Messi will undergo imaging tests to determine the severity of the injury and determine exactly how long he will be sidelined.

Las Garzas play next Wednesday, August 6, against Pumas de México, in the match that will decide their qualification to the quarterfinals of the 2025 Leagues Cup , which will be held between August 19 and 20.