US EditionMessi on 2026 World Cup: 'I would like to be there'
Messi, aged 38, will evaluate his physical and mental fitness during Inter Miami's 2026 preseason before deciding on playing to help Argentina defend their World Cup title.
- Lionel Messi hopes to play in the 2026 World Cup in North America, stating, "I would like to be there."
- Messi recently extended his contract with Inter Miami through 2028 and will assess his fitness before deciding on participation in the tournament.
- He has had a successful career, celebrating international glory with Argentina by winning the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
- Messi has played in 195 matches for Argentina and expressed eagerness to defend his title in the 2026 World Cup, saying, "It’s always a dream to play with the national team.
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International football is eagerly waiting if Argentine crack will be one of the main protagonists of the upcoming 2026 World Cup, which will be played in the United States, Canada and Mexico. When that happens, Messi will be 39 years old, an age that few footballers have had when the top world football competition has arrived. We tell you which players were that same age on the big date
Argentine sports star Lionel Messi, who plays for Miami Inter in the North American professional soccer league MLS, wants to defend his World Cup title next year, but only if his form allows it.
Lionel Messi remains open to playing World Cup 2026 despite age, fitness concerns
Lionel Messi has expressed his strong desire to participate in the 2026 World Cup, calling the opportunity to defend Argentina’s title "extraordinary." The football icon, who turns 39 during the tournament, plans to evaluate his readiness based on his fitness and form, keeping his decision flexible as the event approaches.
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Messi eyes World Cup despite age and fitness concerns
Lionel Messi, still chasing international glory nearly two decades into his career, says he hopes to play at the 2026 World Cup in North America, acknowledging his age and fitness will dictate his role in defending Argentina's 2022 title.
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