Lionel Messi Injured, Is He Out of World Cup's Final Match?

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[{"selector":"#anim-c3682bea-4381-4e2c-b5ce-ae4704475081 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(18.669405860278573%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Messi has missed a training session which could be a safety measure taken by the management. However, fans are still pondering for an update on the Talisman's fitness.

[{"selector":"#anim-eaa62fab-a08f-4fd6-af19-6985c5fd902f [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(10.861506292696816%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] There is no official update on Messi's injury. On the other hand, If he is available for the game on Sunday which is likely to happen, he would want to continue his good run of form.

Lionel Messi Injured, Is He Out of World Cup's Final Match?

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