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## Paris Saint-Germain Update: Lionel Messi's Latest Injury Status
Paris Saint-Germain fans held their breath this week as star forward **Lionel Messi suffered a new muscle injury** during Argentina's World Cup qualifier against Uruguay on Friday, November 17th. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner was substituted out in the second half and immediately raised concerns back at his club.
PSG confirmed over the weekend that medical tests revealed a "grade one strain" in his **adductor longus muscle** (located in the inner thigh). While officially classified as a minor first-degree tear (FCAT), such injuries require careful management for elite athletes like Messi. Crucially, the club stated he is **expected to be sidelined for approximately three weeks**.
This timeline means he will definitely miss PSG's upcoming Ligue 1 matches against Monaco (Nov 24) and Nice (Nov 27), along with their Champions League group stage finale against Borussia Dortmund on December 5th. His availability for the crucial derby against Marseille on December 9th now seems uncertain.
Head coach Luis Enrique faces a significant challenge navigating fixtures without his captain and primary creative force. However,Ligue 1 Snapshot initial reports suggest an optimistic outlook: sources close to the player indicate it's not deemed a serious threat to his overall season participation. The recovery protocol will focus on progressive rehabilitation to prevent recurrence, especially vital given Messi's history with knocks.
For now, Kylian Mbappé and Neymar must shoulder increased responsibility upfront. Supporters will hope this brief absence allows Messi to return fully refreshed later this month, ready to regain his magical form just before the demanding winter schedule begins. Updates from PSG’s staff regarding his progress will be watched very closely over the coming days.
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