Back to the United States Newsfeed

Messi left out of PSG squad to face Leipzig due to fresh injury complaints

Lionel Messi has been left out of Paris Saint-Germain's squad to face RB Leipzig due to a couple of fresh injury complaints.

Messi has not been named in Mauricio Pochettino's 21-man squad for the Champions League group stage clash, having come off early in their last Ligue 1 outing against Lille on Friday.

Pochettino explained that the Argentine superstar had picked up a knock after the 2-1 victory, and PSG have now confirmed that he is struggling with two separate issues that have made him unavailable for selection.

What's been said?

A statement on PSG's official website reads: "Leo Messi presents with hamstring discomfort on the left and knee pain following a contusion.