Lionel Messi is back with the Argentina national squad and may take the field in Tuesday’s friendly against Puerto Rico, according to head coach Lionel Scaloni. The announcement comes after Messi missed Argentina’s 1-0 win over Venezuela to fulfill club duties with Inter Miami over the weekend.
The 38-year-old football legend showcased his brilliance once again by scoring twice in Inter Miami’s 4-0 triumph over Atlanta United in Major League Soccer on Saturday. Coach Scaloni shared that he plans to assess Messi’s fitness before deciding if he’ll play against Puerto Rico.
“I saw Messi play on Saturday. From what I know, he finished well. I haven’t spoken to him yet,” Scaloni told reporters on Monday. “Now we have the last training session before tomorrow’s match, and as we always do, I’ll talk to him. If he’s in good condition, he’ll play tomorrow.”
The highly anticipated match will take place at Inter Miami’s Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida — the venue change from Chicago made due to security and logistical reasons. Fans are eagerly waiting to see if Messi will don the Argentina jersey once again, even if just for a friendly, as every appearance by the football icon continues to inspire passion and pride around the world.
In a world where football unites hearts and breaks barriers, Lionel Messi remains a living reminder that greatness is not defined by age but by passion, consistency, and love for the game. His return, even for a friendly, reminds us that legends never really step away — they just find new stages to shine on.
