Berterame hospitalized after serious injury
27.7.26 Miami
Inter Miami forward German Berterame was taken to the hospital by ambulance after suffering a serious injury in a collision during the club's 1-0 win over Montreal. The match was suspended for 11 minutes while Berterame received treatment, with interim coach Guillermo Hoyos later confirming the striker was conscious and recovering.
Jordan Morris ruled out at least four weeks
22.7.26 Seattle
Seattle Sounders forward Jordan Morris will miss at least four weeks after suffering a quadriceps injury during the first half of the team's 5-0 defeat to the Portland Timbers. The setback is his second significant muscle injury of the season, continuing a frustrating run of fitness issues that has limited his playing time and impact.
Messi dealing with hamstring fatigue
26.5.26 Miami
Lionel Messi is dealing with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring after leaving Inter Miami's 6-4 win over the Philadelphia Union on Sunday. The club said medical tests showed an overload injury, with Messi's return depending on his recovery progress. The 38-year-old requested to be substituted after appearing uncomfortable, raising uncertainty about his availability for Argentina national football team.
Messi exits with thigh issue
25.5.26 Miami
Lionel Messi left Inter Miami's 6-4 victory over the Philadelphia Union in the 73rd minute after grabbing his left thigh following a free kick. Coach Guillermo Hoyos said the substitution was due to fatigue and not meant to risk further injury ahead of the World Cup. The match featured the highest-scoring first half in MLS history, with Luis Suarez scoring a hat trick as Miami moved into second place in the Eastern Conference.
Niko Tsakiris out months after groin surgery
13.5.26 San Jose
Niko Tsakiris underwent successful groin surgery and is expected to miss three to four months for the San Jose Earthquakes. The 20-year-old midfielder has been one of Major League Soccer's top playmakers this season, recording three goals and seven assists while leading the league in chances created and key passes.
Pereira set for surgery, out 10-12 weeks
25.4.26 Toronto
Toronto defender Matheus Pereira will undergo surgery for a chronic groin condition and is expected to be sidelined for 10 to 12 weeks as he recovers.
Joao Klauss to undergo foot surgery
24.4.26 LA Galaxy
Joao Klauss will undergo surgery to repair ligaments in his left foot after being injured during an LA Galaxy match against Dallas. The team's leading scorer is expected to be sidelined until after the World Cup break, dealing a significant blow to the Galaxy's attack and forcing tactical adjustments in his absence.
Nikola Petkovic out for season
11.4.26 Seattle
Seattle Sounders midfielder Nikola Petkovic has been ruled out for the rest of the 2026 season after undergoing successful ACL reconstruction surgery. The club placed him on the season-ending injury list, leaving his long-term future uncertain as he continues rehabilitation.
Drew Baiera to undergo ACL surgery
10.4.26 NY City
Drew Baiera will undergo surgery to repair a ruptured ACL in his left knee, New York City FC announced. The defender, who made three appearances this season including his MLS debut against the LA Galaxy, is set to begin rehabilitation shortly after the procedure.
Petkovic suffers season-ending ACL injury
1.4.26 Seattle
Nikola Petkovic has torn his right ACL during training with the Seattle Sounders, likely ruling him out for the rest of the season. Coach Brian Schmetzer called it a major blow, especially as the midfielder had been earning more playing time. The injury also complicates his future, as he is currently on loan from Charlotte.
DeJuan Jones out nine months after Achilles surgery
26.3.26 San Jose
DeJuan Jones underwent successful Achilles surgery and is expected to miss around nine months, dealing a significant blow to the San Jose Earthquakes. The 28-year-old defender had been in strong form since joining from the Columbus Crew in 2025, starting every game this season and helping anchor a defense that conceded just one goal. Jones is also a regular contributor for the United States men's national team.
Messi returns to training
19.2.26 Miami
Lionel Messi returned to training Wednesday after missing last week with a hamstring strain and is expected to be available for Inter Miami's season opener on Saturday. The 38-year-old Argentine had raised fitness concerns after the club postponed a preseason friendly in Puerto Rico due to his injury. Messi is taking a cautious approach early in the year with the Concacaf Champions Cup in March and the World Cup in June.