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Messi to sit out PSG game against Lorient as a precaution

PSG's Lionel Messi scores his side's second goal during the French League One soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Troyes at the Parc des Princes in Paris, France, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. (AP Photo/Francois Mori)

Lionel Messi has some inflammation on his Achilles tendon and is being rested for Paris Saint-Germain's trip to Lorient on Sunday as a precautionary measure.

PSG said Saturday that the Argentina star, who will look to win the World Cup for the first time in his stellar career, is expected to resume training next week.

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