<p>In a surprising turn of events for <strong>Argentina</strong> fans worldwide, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong>, the iconic forward for <strong>Major League Soccer’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong>, will not participate in the upcoming international friendlies against <strong>El Salvador</strong> and <strong>Costa Rica</strong> in March 2024.</p>



<p>The news comes directly from ESPN Argentina, with journalist Diego Monroig revealing that <strong>Messi’s name was absent from the list of MLS players called up for national duty</strong>.</p>



<p>The announcement raises concerns about Messi’s fitness, especially following his non-appearance in Inter Miami’s recent victory over DC United. The team triumphed with a 3-1 win on Saturday, March 16, without Messi on the pitch.</p>



<h2>Messi to miss March 2024 International Friendlies due to injury</h2>



<p>Prior to the match, <strong>Inter Miami’s coach Gerardo Martino</strong> shed light on Messi’s condition, describing it as an <strong>“overload in the right posterior.”</strong> This injury, initially thought to be minor, has evidently sidelined the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner for the forthcoming national team engagements.</p>



<p>Argentina is scheduled to face El Salvador on Friday, March 22, and Costa Rica on Tuesday, March 26. While Messi’s absence is a significant blow to the national squad, there’s a glimmer of hope that he might still accompany the team, albeit not as an active squad member. This arrangement would allow Messi to continue his recovery in the company of his teammates, optimizing his chances of regaining full fitness.</p>



<h2>Will Messi be fit for the CONCACAF Champions Cup clash vs Monterrey?</h2>



<p>The primary goal for Messi and Inter Miami is ensuring his readiness for a crucial <strong>CONCACAF Champion Cup encounter against Mexico’s Monterrey</strong>, slated for April 3. The significance of having Messi available and in top form for this match cannot be overstated, as both his club and country fans eagerly await his return to action.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/angel-di-maria">Angel Di Maria</a></strong> was the standout player in <strong>Benfica</strong>‘s victory over <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr">Al Nassr</a></strong> in a friendly match during the team’s preseason. The ‘Fideo’ played a pivotal role in the match against <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a></strong>, his former teammate at Real Madrid, with whom he won everything in Europe.</p>



<p>The match ended with Benfica emerging victorious with a <strong>convincing 4-1 win</strong> over the Saudi Arabian side. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/no-lionel-messi-reunion-at-inter-miami-world-cup-winner-angel-di-maria-agrees-former-club-return-20230621-BUS-14946.html">Di Maria’s return to Benfica after 13 years</a></strong> was marked by an impressive performance, where he displayed his skill, speed, and finesse on the field.</p>


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<p>As the Argentine continues to excel at the age of 35, his performance against Ronaldo’s team showcased his enduring talent and impact on the field.</p>



<h2>Video: Di Maria’s stylish move to outplay Cristiano Ronaldo</h2>



<p>Beyond their friendship, the Argentine showed that he is still at the top of his game at 35 years old and was crucial in <strong>opening the scoring with a fantastic goal</strong>, evading opponents with speed and finishing exquisitely over the goalkeeper.</p>



<p>But that wasn’t all, as he managed to get his former teammate riled up just before the first half ended. In the 43rd minute, with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/benfica">Benfica</a> leading 3-1, Di Maria received the ball in midfield, and <strong>when he saw Cristiano Ronaldo coming to take it away, he skillfully chipped the ball over him</strong>.</p>



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<p>After that, the Rosario-born player controlled the ball and continued his attack towards the opposition’s goal. However, this skill move angered the Al Nassr captain, and <strong>he had no choice but to commit a foul on Di Maria</strong>. The foul left the Argentine star on the ground for a few seconds.</p>


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<p>Although both players quickly made peace, the moment went viral on social media. Even Di Maria’s name became a trending topic due to his exquisite skill.</p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="pt" dir="ltr">🪄 O golo com que Di María abriu o marcador!<br><br>📹 <a href="https://twitter.com/SPORTTVPortugal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SPORTTVPortugal</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pr%C3%A9%C3%89poca?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PréÉpoca</a> <a href="https://t.co/YEi6SaEIBg">pic.twitter.com/YEi6SaEIBg</a></p>— SL Benfica (@SLBenfica) <a href="https://twitter.com/SLBenfica/status/1682120813120569345?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 20, 2023</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cruz-azul" target="_blank"><strong>Cruz Azul</strong></a> currently sits in 8th place in the league table, while <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/club-america" target="_blank"><strong>Club America</strong></a> is in 3rd&nbsp;place, with both teams vying for a spot in the playoffs. The match is expected to be intense, with both teams fielding top-quality players.</p> 
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><a href="https://www.fubo.tv/lp/sports/?bgvideo=mx.mp4&amp;title=Watch%20Liga%20MX%20on%20Univision%20Deportes&amp;subinfo=Follow%20the%20league%20all%20season%20long&amp;priceline=Stream%20matches%20from%20your%20TV,%20phone%20and%20other%20devices&amp;irad=361307&amp;irmp=3119684" rel="sponsored, nofollow" target="_blank">[Watch Cruz Azul vs. Club America online free in the US on Fubo]</a></strong></p> 
<p>Club America has <strong>the best attack in the league</strong>, which makes the match against Cruz Azul even more exciting. The game is significant for Cruz Azul, who are five points ahead of ninth-placed Queratro with three games left in the league season. A win against Club America could be <strong>crucial for their playoff hopes</strong>.</p> 
<p>The match is highly anticipated not only by fans but also by experts and analysts. The two top squads in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/liga-mx" target="_blank"><strong>Liga MX</strong></a> will face off, and the game could have major implications on the No. 1 playoff spot. The winner of the match will move up in the table and increase their chances of securing a place in the playoffs.</p> 
<h2>Cruz Azul vs. Club America: Head-to-Head and How to Watch</h2> 
<p>In their last encounter,<strong> Club America delivered a stunning 7-0 defeat to Cruz Azul</strong> in the Torneo Apertura 2022. The game remains fresh in the minds of both teams, and Cruz Azul will be looking to avenge their defeat. The upcoming match is expected to be an intense battle, with both teams fighting for every ball.</p> 
<p>The match will be broadcast live in the United States on <strong><a href="https://www.fubo.tv/lp/sports/?bgvideo=mx.mp4&amp;title=Watch%20Liga%20MX%20on%20Univision%20Deportes&amp;subinfo=Follow%20the%20league%20all%20season%20long&amp;priceline=Stream%20matches%20from%20your%20TV,%20phone%20and%20other%20devices&amp;irad=361307&amp;irmp=3119684" rel="sponsored, nofollow" target="_blank">Fubo (7-day free trial)</a></strong>, TUDN or Univision, and will be watched by millions of fans around the world. Fans are eagerly waiting for the match, and the stadium is expected to be packed with supporters from both sides.</p> 
<p>In conclusion, the upcoming match between Cruz Azul and Club America promises to be an exciting and intense battle. Both teams are highly skilled, and the match could have major implications on the league table. <strong>Fans around the world are eagerly waiting for the match</strong>, and it is sure to be a spectacle to behold.</p>

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Editor and journalist with more than 16 years of experience. Martín has been working at Bolavip for 5 years, covering different soccer leagues, such as the UEFA Champions League, Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Ligue 1, Liga MX, MLS, and more.

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