Messi Returns From Injury But Can't Save Inter Miami From Playoff Elimination

Lionel Messi came back from a leg injury to play against FC Cincinnati after missing several games.
Despite Messi's return, Inter Miami lost 1-0 to Cincinnati and was eliminated from playoff contention.
Messi had 11 goals in 12 appearances for Inter Miami this season after joining the club.
Inter Miami struggled in Messi's absence and sits second-bottom in the Eastern Conference.
Messi is expected to join Argentina for World Cup qualifying matches after the loss to Cincinnati.