Lionel Scaloni has expressed his lack of concern regarding Lionel Messi’s fitness, especially after the superstar’s standout performance in Argentina’s 2-0 victory over Peru.
In this World Cup qualifying match, Messi not only secured the win but also netted both goals, contributing significantly to Argentina’s unblemished record.
As reigning champions, they now hold a five-point lead over Brazil, Uruguay, and Venezuela, amassing an impressive 12 points from four matches.
Prior to this match, there were doubts about Messi’s fitness due to his absence from several MLS games with Inter Miami, attributed to muscle issues.
Nonetheless, Scaloni firmly believes that the 36-year-old displayed no cause for concern, based on his exceptional showing in Lima.
“We won’t be affected by his break because we won’t be competing again until March. I imagine he will do his preseason with his team; it is not something that really worries us.
“It was already seen today, without having a lot of minutes like it was said… The most important thing is that he is healthy and that’s the best thing, he is managing his minutes.”
Messi will soon make his MLS comeback with Inter Miami, who will play Charlotte twice to close up their regular season.