As once morest Reims this weekend, PSG will have to do without Lionel Messi for their reception of SL Benfica at the Parc des Princes this Tuesday (9 p.m.). Victim of a contracture in the calf, the Argentinian is “too fair” to hold his place once morest the Lisbon team. In a press conference before the meeting, Christophe Galtier invited optimism regarding the presence of the 35-year-old striker for the Classic once morest OM who arrives in Ligue 1 on Sunday.
=� C.Galtier: “Leo Messi felt discomfort in his calf during the game at Benfica. It is very likely that he will be present once morest Marseille on Sunday.” #PSGlive
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However, the presence of the sevenfold Ballon d’Or has not yet been confirmed. According to L’Équipe, La Pulga does not want to take any risks to hasten its return as the World Cup in Qatar is fast approaching. For the former star of FC Barcelona, this will probably be the last World Cup he will play with the Albiceleste so there is no question of considering a missed appointment. Still according to the sports daily, Lionel Messi is ready to wait for Ajaccio / PSG on October 21 if necessary to sign his return to the field.
His physical condition will certainly be closely monitored by the PSG medical unit throughout the week. In his absence, it is Pablo Sarabia who emerges as the favorite to occupy the attack with Kylian Mbappé and Neymar.
