Lionel Messi's status uncertain for Argentina vs. Algeria
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 10:04 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Lionel Messi's participation for Argentina in the World Cup opener against Algeria on June 16 is unclear after he suffered a left hamstring injury in his last match with Inter Miami. Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni expressed optimism, stating Messi appears fit and is likely to start. He confirmed that no other players have injury concerns, while defender Nicolás Tagliafico's status remains uncertain as he works toward full reintegration with the team. Following the Algeria match, Argentina will face Austria on June 22 and Jordan on June 27.
- •Messi suffered a hamstring injury prior to the June 16 opener.
- •Scaloni believes Messi will be fit to start against Algeria.
- •No injuries reported among other squad members.
- •Argentina faces Austria on June 22, followed by Jordan on June 27.
- •Tagliafico's reintegration into training is still pending.
- 10:04 PMYahoo Sports — Will Lionel Messi play for Argentina vs. Algeria? Latest injury update
"After suffering an injury in the last Inter Miami match before the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi's status for the Argentina vs. Algeria is up in the air
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