Lionel Messi has revealed he hopes to characterize Argentina on the 2026 World Cup, although he admits his age and health will decide whether or not he can participate.
The 37-year-old celebrity, who will flip 39 subsequent June, lately prolonged his contract with Inter Miami till 2028, exhibiting no indicators of retiring but. Chatting with NBC Information, Messi stated he’ll consider his situation subsequent yr earlier than deciding on his participation within the event to be held throughout the US, Mexico, and Canada.
“It’s one thing extraordinary to have the ability to play in a World Cup, and I’d like to,” stated the Argentine captain. “I’ll assess my type throughout preseason with Inter Miami and resolve if I can actually be 100% and nonetheless assist my workforce.”
Messi, who led Argentina to their 2022 World Cup triumph and 2021 Copa America title, described defending the world title as “a dream come true.” He has performed 195 matches for Argentina, scoring a file 114 objectives — and a return in 2026 would mark his sixth World Cup look.
