Inter Miami star Messi leaves Toronto game with injury | OneFootball

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi’s return to action against Toronto last night was cut short in the 37th minute due to an apparent injury.

Despite the Argentine’s departure, Miami claimed an emphatic 4-0 success in front of their home crowd.

Robert Taylor scored a brace, while Facundo Farias and Benjamin Cremaschi were also on target for the home side.

The victory boosts their hopes of making it to the Major League Soccer play-offs.

Messi wasn’t part of the squad against Atlanta United, which ended in a 5-2 defeat for Miami. He also missed their 3-2 win over  Sporting Kansas City earlier this month.

According to head coach Gerardo Martino, the 36-year-old couldn’t play at Atlanta due to muscle fatigue.

However, his discomfort on the pitch during Wednesday’s match suggested he has been dealing with a right leg injury.

Miami fans will hope it is fatigue and they can have their star back very soon.

The 36-year-old has made a massive difference for the Herons since arriving at the DRV PNK Stadium in late July.

They haven’t lost a single game in which the forward featured for them.

He has scored 11 goals and provided five assists in 11 appearances across all competitions.