Paris Saint-Germain manager Christophe Galtier has provided an important update on Lionel Messi’s injury ahead of their crucial UEFA Champions League match against Benfica.
Messi was named in Paris Saint-Germain’s starting eleven in their last UCL game against Benfica. Then, against the grain of the game, the Argentine striker scored a goal to give PSG the lead.
Benfica restored parity when Brazilian midfielder Danilo scored an own goal. Both teams chased the winner in the second half, but unfortunately, Messi suffered a calf injury and had to be substituted in the closing stages of the match.
PSG tied the game 1-1. Lionel Messi then rested in PSG’s last game against Stade de Reims. In the absence of the striker, PSG played another draw.
Galtier talks about Lionel Messi’s injury
It was previously reported that Lionel Messi will be fit to take part in PSG’s upcoming Champions League match against Benfica. However, according to PSG’s official squad list, the striker will not feature in this tie.
Then, when asked about Messi’s injury, Galtier said: “Leo felt discomfort in his calf against Benfica.”
“We thought that he could participate in tomorrow’s game, but in the end, he is still limited. He is much better, he is confident, but he still has an unpleasant feeling, so he prefers not to play tomorrow, “added Galtier.
The PSG coach also reported that the Argentine striker will be evaluated in the middle of the week ahead of the tie against Marseille. Galtier also believes that Messi will be mostly ready to be part of the Ligue 1 match against Marseille.
After a poor season last season, Lionel Messi is currently in great shape. The Argentine has scored eight goals for PSG this season. On top of that, he has provided eight assists. So the recent Galtier news will be a huge sigh of relief for PSG fans.
Apart from PSG, it will also be a great relief for the Argentine board. Messi is ready to be a part of the upcoming Qatar 2022 World Cup which will start in November.
Argentina is one of the biggest contenders for the tournament. So for them it is necessary for Messi to be fit.
The next World Cup will also be the last for Lionel Messi. So the Argentine is now focused on arriving at the world event in his best physical condition.
