Though he stressed that his goal was to play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Argentine star Lionel Messi has made it clear he harbors the desire to do so. His physical state and readiness would play a big part in the ultimate choice.
Expressing his wish to be present at the next worldwide event, Messi, who helped Argentina clinch the 2022 World Cup
But Messi did not completely embrace involvement, even if he was eager. He stressed that clarity will come only from a comeback to pre-season in full force as his 39th birthday approaches next June. “I’m going to evaluate every day he wondered if he could actually be 100%,” he added. Having signed a recent contract extension with Inter Miami CF
Still, the FIFA World Cup issue is that his involvement will depend on how his body holds up rather than just on ambition alone. For the Argentinian national team, having Messi in the squad for 2026 would not only bring on-field quality and leadership but also symbolic continuity following their 2022 victory. Conversely, his possible absence would accentuate the unavoidable transition phase the squad could go through. After Messi hints, tickets for the 2026 FIFA
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