Lionel Messi wants to play in 2026 World Cup, but here's why he's still not sure

Lionel Messi wants to play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and defend the crown with the Argentina football team, but he is still not sure whether he will take part in the tournament. Here’s what he said on his possible appearance.

Lionel Messi has dropped a major hint that he may play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place from 11 June to 19 July 19 in Canada, Mexico and the USA. The FIFA World Cup trophy was long seen as the missing piece in Messi’s glittering football story, but that changed in Qatar in 2022 when Argentina defeated France, with Messi scoring twice in the final.

While many expected Messi to retire from international football, the 37-year-old has continued to play for the Argentina national football team, helping them win the Copa América 2024 title.

Does that mean Messi will also play in the 2026 football World Cup? Messi hasn’t given a clear answer, but he has admitted that he wants to be a part of the tournament, however, a lot will depend on his physical fitness and ability to help the La Albiceleste.

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