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Messi Apologizes to Puerto Rico Fans, Inter Miami Match Rescheduled Due to Injury

Lionel Messi’s injury and the postponement of the Puerto Rico match speaks volumes about how pre-seasons are used in modern-day football. Image: Reuters

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Firstpost•12-02-2026, 13:56

Messi Apologizes to Puerto Rico Fans, Inter Miami Match Rescheduled Due to Injury

•Lionel Messi apologized to Puerto Rico fans after Inter Miami vs. Independiente del Valle friendly was postponed to February 26 due to his hamstring injury.
•The match, originally set for February 13, was rescheduled after Messi suffered a muscle strain during a game against Barcelona SC.
•Messi expressed discomfort in an Instagram Story, explaining the decision to suspend the match and hoping for a future visit.
•Tickets for the highly anticipated game sold out in just 17 minutes and will remain valid for the rescheduled date at Juan Ramón Loubriel Stadium.
•Pre-season tours, especially with stars like Messi, are now commercial events; his absence can lead to fan backlash and financial losses, as seen in Hong Kong in 2024.

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