Lionel Messi will miss Inter Miami's next two Major League Soccer (MLS) matches after injuring his right ankle during Argentina's Copa America final victory, Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino announced on Tuesday.

The 37-year-old Argentine star sustained the injury in the 64th minute of the 1-0 win over Colombia, leaving the field with a visibly swollen ankle.

Messi will be sidelined for Inter Miami's home matches against Toronto FC on Wednesday and the Chicago Fire on Saturday.

"There will be further testing to determine the severity of the situation," Martino stated. "He has to have more tests and wait for the results."

In an Instagram post, Messi expressed gratitude for the support he received following the match. "I want to thank everyone for the messages and greetings. I'm fine, thank God, and I hope to be back on the field soon, enjoying what I love to do most," Messi wrote.

Inter Miami currently holds second place in the MLS Eastern Conference with 47 points, just one point behind Cincinnati, which defeated Miami 6-1 on July 6.

Inter Miami is also preparing to defend their Leagues Cup title against MLS and Mexican league teams next week.