Lionel Messi Injury: Injury proved to be minor

Messi underwent medical tests on Sunday that revealed he suffered a minor muscle injury in Saturday's Leagues Cup game against Necaxa, the club announced.

Messi underwent medical tests on Sunday that confirmed only a minor muscle injury to his right leg after being forced off in Saturday's Leagues Cup game. He will receive treatment, and his medical clearance will depend on how he responds to it. Until Messi returns to full fitness for Miami, Fafa Picault is expected to see increased playing time in the frontline.