Metz vs PSG: Why won't Lionel Messi play?

Paris Saint-Germain will face Metz for Matchday 7 of the Ligue 1 on Wednesday. While Mauricio Pochettino’s team have won every league game so far, the Parisians will play this match with one of their biggest stars, Lionel Messi

Messi, who joined PSG from Barcelona on a free transfer this summer, has played in three matches with his new club so far, but he hasn’t been able to score or make an assist. The Argentinian made headlines after being subbed on his home debut in PSG’s victory over Luon on Sunday.

While the Argentinian was visibly upset, as he was having a good game and was close to scoring on two occasions, it seems like the substitution was the right decision. Here, check out why Lionel Messi won’t be playing against Metz on Tuesday.

PSG vs Metz: Whywon’t Lionel Messi be playing?

Lionel Messi has been ruled out of the game against Metz after sustaining a left knee injury. “Lionel Messi, following the knock received on his left knee, has undergone an MRI this morning which confirms the signs of bone contusion, a new assessment will be made in 48 hours,” said PSG in a statement.

PSG manager Mauricio Pochettino said in a press conference that Messi’s situation was clear. “We had seen that Messi was touching his knee. I’m very happy with what he did during the match [against Lyon],” he explained.

“Messi is a great champion, and like all great champions, he didn’t want to come off. I’m happy with his commitment and his performance. He hasn’t scored yet, but he played very well,” Pochettino added. Messi is also in doubt for next Tuesday’s Champions League game against Manchester City.