The fact that Lionel Messi is not 100% fit is the biggest concern for Argentine fans. Since their semifinal matchup with Croatia. The Paris Saint-Germain player has been complaining of hamstring pain in his left leg, according to media reports. The claims also say that the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner didn’t show up for the training session on December 15.
Messi was observed to be clutching his hamstring in the early stages of the match against Croatia. However, he was able to play the entire game. Helping his team to a 3-0 victory by scoring the game’s first goal and setting up another. According to media reports, Messi’s condition deteriorated prior to this weekend’s high-profile match against France. The defending champion, by continuing to play with a hamstring injury.
However, Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez believes that his captain will be available for the FIFA World Cup 2022 final because he is injury-free. Martinez said Messi had a hard time playing 120 minutes against the Netherlands, but he wants to finish every game. Martinez says that Messi is very physically strong and always wins games.
Despite his belief that 22-year-old Julian Alvarez would have been a more deserving recipient. Messi received his fourth Man of the Match award of the competition following the Croatia match. In that match, the Manchester City player scored twice. Together with Kylian Mbappe of France, Messi now has five goals, making him the world cup’s leading scorer.
After being taken aback by Saudi Arabia in their first group match and being tied with Mexico at halftime in their subsequent match. La Albiceleste’s chances of reaching the championship game appeared remote. However, Argentina never looked back after a stunning goal by Messi in the 64th minute.
Messi has helped get his team to the championship game. He either scored goals himself or helped a teammate score. Eight of Argentina’s 12 goals in Qatar 2022 were scored or assisted by Messi. Fans of Argentina have every reason to be concerned about “Magical” Messi’s injury precisely because of this.