Lionel Messi was on a generational run with Inter Miami, dominating both MLS and the League’s Cup. But in the second match against Necaxa, everything changed as Messi picked up an injury and left the field just 11 minutes into the game.

Lionel Messi left with "hamstring discomfort" in the 11th minute but Inter Miami earned a 5-4 penalty shootout win against visiting Necaxa following a 2-2 draw in Matchday 2 of Leagues Cup Phase One play on Saturday night.

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.