Messi injury scare, Haiti's World Cup return. Check top Miami soccer stories

Lionel Messi’s status ahead of the 2026 World Cup is in question after a hamstring scare against Philadelphia, while Haiti’s national team prepares for its first World Cup in 52 years.

Here’s a roundup of the top soccer stories making news this week:

• Messi’s World Cup status in doubt: Inter Miami confirmed Lionel Messi is dealing with an overload associated with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring. He exited Sunday’s 6-4 win over the Philadelphia Union, clouding his readiness for Argentina’s World Cup title defense. The timeline for his return will depend on his progress.
• Haiti’s World Cup team trains in Port St. Lucie: Haiti’s national team has gathered in Port St. Lucie for a pre-tournament camp ahead of its first World Cup appearance in 52 years The return is even more remarkable considering they qualified without playing a single home match due to gang violence at the national stadium. Haiti opens against Scotland on June 13, followed by Brazil on June 19 and Morocco on June 24.
• La Familia protest clouds Inter Miami home win: Inter Miami finally captured its first home win at Nu Stadium, beating Portland 2-0, but the night was overshadowed by a silent protest from La Familia supporters who felt Messi and teammates had ignored them. The group broke its silence in the 85th minute with a derogatory Argentine chant, and Messi declining to salute them after the game.

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