Lionel Messi’s participation in Argentina’s Copa America quarterfinal against Ecuador remains uncertain due to a right hamstring injury. Coach Lionel Scaloni will make a final decision after Wednesday’s training session, consulting with Messi on his readiness.
Results for: Injury
Canada’s full-back Tajon Buchanan suffered an injury in training just days before their Copa America quarterfinal clash against Venezuela. The severity of the injury is still unknown, but it casts a shadow over Canada’s hopes for a strong performance in the tournament.
A portion of a shed near the swimming pool at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Delhi partially collapsed on Monday night, injuring a couple from Punjab. This incident comes just days after the roof of Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport collapsed, raising concerns about structural safety in the city.
Lionel Messi has returned to training with Argentina after recovering from a groin/thigh injury. The 37-year-old forward missed the team’s last match but is expected to be available for the Copa America quarterfinals against Ecuador on Thursday.
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has withdrawn from this Sunday’s Paris Diamond League due to a recurring adductor injury. Chopra prioritizes his health and is focusing on training to strengthen his blocking leg and minimize the impact on his groin.
Karolina Muchova, a 2023 French Open finalist and U.S. Open semifinalist, makes her return to Wimbledon after a 10-month absence due to wrist surgery. Despite the doubts that crept in during her recovery, Muchova is focused on a gradual comeback, aiming to rediscover her form and build upon her previous successes.
Anshu Malik, a strong medal contender for India at the Paris Olympics, has sustained a shoulder strain during training. The 22-year-old wrestler, who recently won silver at the Budapest Ranking Series, has undergone an MRI and is currently undergoing light training. The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) is awaiting a status report on her condition.
Lionel Messi will not start for Argentina in their final Group A match against Peru at the Copa America 2024. This decision comes after Messi sustained a slight thigh injury against Chile and is dealing with a sore throat and fever. Argentina has already secured a quarterfinal spot, making this match a dead rubber.
World number one golfer Nelly Korda has withdrawn from next week’s Ladies European Tour event in England after being bitten by a dog last week. Korda, who missed the cut at the Women’s PGA Championship, is seeking treatment and recovery from the incident.
Neymar remains sidelined with an ACL injury and will not feature in Brazil’s Copa America clash against Paraguay. Coach Dorival Júnior has also left out veteran midfielder Casemiro from the squad for tactical reasons.