Lionel Messi Returns to Group Training with Inter Miami

Lionel Messi rejoined group training with Inter Miami after six weeks of recovering from an ankle injury sustained during the Copa America final. There's no official return date, but he may play in the Sept. 14 match against Philadelphia. Inter Miami leads the MLS and has secured a playoff berth.

Lionel Messi has resumed group training with Inter Miami, marking his return more than six weeks after spraining his right ankle in the Copa America final.

While there's no confirmed timeline for his return, Messi could potentially play in the Sept. 14 match against Philadelphia. This would give him an additional two weeks to continue his recovery and prepare for the MLS playoffs.

Inter Miami, which holds the best record in Major League Soccer this season, has already secured a playoff berth. Messi's return is highly anticipated by both fans and teammates, including goalkeeper Drake Callender, who praised Messi's dedication to his recovery.

(With inputs from agencies.)