According to international media, Lionel Messi posted a video on social media to apologize to fans in Puerto Rico after being unable to attend the friendly match between Inter Miami CF and Independiente del Valle scheduled for February 13.
The Argentine star said he had physical problems in the previous match against Barcelona SC on February 8 and was forced to leave the field early. After consulting the medical team, Messi was diagnosed with a hamstring muscle strain in his left leg and needed time to recover.
The organizers confirmed that the friendly match in Puerto Rico will be postponed to February 26.
It is expected that Messi will still be able to return to play in the opening match of Major League Soccer season 2026 when Inter Miami faces Los Angeles FC on February 22.
Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo is becoming the focus of attention when he has not played in some recent matches of Al-Nassr. To date, the player and club have not yet made an official announcement about the reason for his absence.
The fact that the two world-leading stars have different responses to fans has sparked many opposing opinions on social networks.
Some believe that Messi's proactive apology move shows professionalism, while Ronaldo's case makes public opinion wait for more information from related parties in the near future.
