Lionel Messi departed Inter Miami's matchup with Necaxa in the 2025 Leagues Cup on Saturday with a hamstring injury, head coach Javier Mascherano told reporters after the team's win on penalties.

Luis Suárez had the game-winning penalty kick, and Inter Miami rallied to beat Necaxa in the Leagues Cup after losing Lionel Messi to a hamstring injury in the opening minutes.

Lionel Messi’s early injury against Necaxa cast a shadow over Inter Miami’s dramatic shootout win, leaving fans anxious as their talisman exited with frustration and a suspected hamstring strain ahead of key fixtures.