Mascherano comments on Messi health rumors. Will he play against Porto?

Following the match against Al-Ahly, reports surfaced suggesting that Lionel Messi might miss the clash with Porto due to "health concerns." These rumors gained traction after training footage showed the Argentine star holding his leg. Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano has now set the record straight.

Details: The Herons' manager made it clear that Messi is absolutely fine, and there’s nothing wrong with him holding his leg. He’s fully fit and ready to face Porto.

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Quote: "I saw some reports about this in various places. But no, no, everything’s fine. Messi is in great shape. He trained—and most importantly, he trained well. We were actually talking at the very moment the cameras caught him touching his leg. It means nothing. Sometimes people just touch themselves, right? But no, nothing happened. He’s fine and will definitely play tomorrow," Mascherano said during the press conference.

Reminder: In their opening match of the Club World Cup, Inter failed to beat Al-Ahly. The game ended in a goalless draw.