Lionel Messi gave an interview to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano. It is notably a question of the Argentinian's objectives. At 37, the Inter Miami striker hopes to be present in two years in the United States, Canada and Mexico, to compete in the 2026 World Cup and defend the title won in Qatar. But not under any conditions…
“If that’s the case, why not play in the 2026 World Cup?”
“I try to live day by day and not plan too much,” he confided. “I hope to finish this season well and start the next one well by having a good pre-season, which has not wasn't the case last year because of the numerous trips. If that's the case, why not play in the 2026 World Cup? I was able to realize my biggest dream which was to win the World Cup. …”
To summarize
The captain of Argentina, Lionel Messi, does not rule out defending his title of world champion at the 2026 World Cup. “I try to live day by day and not project too much,” he confided. I hope to finish this season well and start the next one well by having a good pre-season, which was not the case last year because of the many trips. If that is the case, why not compete. the 2026 World Cup?
