Terrifying story... Lionel Messi's sister involved in a horrific car accident

It's a tough time for Lionel Messi's family.

Details: According to Mirror Football, Lionel Messi's younger sister, Maria, was involved in a horrific car accident that resulted in multiple injuries.

Reports indicate that Maria Messi lost control of her car on a Miami road and crashed into a concrete wall. As a result of the collision, she suffered two fractured vertebrae, a broken heel, a broken arm, and severe burns that are proving very difficult to treat.

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Maria was supposed to get married next month to one of the youth academy coaches at Inter Miami, but instead of a wedding dress she's now facing a challenging rehabilitation process.

According to doctors, Maria Messi's life is not currently in danger.

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