Lionel Messi's Availability for World Cup Qualifiers in October
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni is optimistic about Lionel Messi's return for the World Cup qualifiers in October after he has been sidelined due to an ankle injury. Argentina continues to perform well in qualifying, recently winning 3-0 against Chile without their star player.
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Scale | 7 |
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Positivity | 5 |
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Highlights
- Lionel Messi has not played since sustaining a right ankle injury during the Copa América final on July 14.
- Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni is hopeful Messi will be available for the World Cup qualifiers in October.
- Argentina won 3-0 against Chile in their last qualifying match without Messi.
- The World Cup holders are currently four points clear of Uruguay in their qualifying group.
- Messi has recently returned to train with Inter Miami and may play in an upcoming MLS game.