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Messi Receives On-Field Treatment for Eye Injury During Argentina's World Cup Clash

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Messi Receives On-Field Treatment for Eye Injury During Argentina's World Cup Clash
Photo: Yahoo Sports

Lionel Messi was visibly injured during Argentina's World Cup match against Switzerland, receiving treatment for a cut above his eye. The incident occurred during the second-half cooling break.

Images from Argentina's World Cup fixture against Switzerland have highlighted an injury sustained by Lionel Messi. The talismanic forward was seen with a cut above his eye, requiring attention from medical staff during a second-half cooling break.

The incident reportedly stemmed from a collision with Switzerland's Granit Xhaka. Despite the visible injury, Messi was able to continue playing after receiving treatment on the sideline.

💬 SideLine Take

While minor, any physical setback for Messi is a cause for concern for Argentina. The team's fortunes are inextricably linked to their captain's fitness and form.

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Source: Yahoo Sports
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