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Lionel Messi won't play for PSG vs. Metz in Ligue 1

Fans think PSG star ignored Mauricio Pochettino's handshake [photo courtesy]

Lionel Messi is suffering from bone bruising, the Ligue 1 club said on Tuesday, and will miss Paris St Germain's trip to Metz on Wednesday.

"Lionel Messi, following the knock received on his left knee, has undergone an MRI this morning which confirms the signs of bone contusion, a new assessment will be made in 48 hours," PSG said in a statement.

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