The Cheer News
Sports

Barcelona Star Lionel Messi Declares Fit For Tuesday UEFA Encounter

Lionel Messi

Barcelona star Lionel Messi has been declared fit to face Borussia Dortmund during the match day one of UEFA Champions League on Tuesday.

The five-time Ballon d’Or winner has been out of action since sustaining a calf injury in pre-season, following his return to Camp Nou from the Copa America with Argentina.

The 32-year-old returned to full training on Monday morning and has been included in Ernesto Valverde’s 22-man squad for the trip to Westfalenstadion.

READ ALSO: Sports: Maradona Appointed Coach of Argentine Superliga Side

Messi has not featured for Barca since a Copa del Rey final defeat against Valencia on May 25, with Valverde having to make do without a prized asset at the start of the season.

The Blaugrana are fifth in La Liga after four matches, posting wins over Real Betis and Valencia while also suffering an opening day defeat against Atheltic Bilbao and drawing at Osasuna.

Related posts

Rugby sevens match officials unveiled for Tokyo Olympics with 100 days to go

EDITOR

Vinicius Junior to Miss Two La Liga Matches After Red Card Against Valencia

EDITOR

How world richest man became richer through Messi signing at PSG

EDITOR

Leave a Comment