Messi returns and helps Inter Miami
Messi has been day to day with a right hamstring injury, which has kept him out of action since March 13. He has missed four straight games, and five overall during the MLS season.
Friday's announcement marks a departure from Inter Miami's usual practice, as it anticipates Messi's participation in a match despite his ongoing recovery from injury. Historically, the club has refrained from making such announcements, with updates on Messi's injury status or his unavailability for play being communicated primarily through coaches' comments since his arrival at Inter Miami last summer. Typically, Messi's availability has remained undisclosed until the starting lineups are released approximately an hour before the games. More information.