Lionel Messi is not closing the door to an extension of his international career.
Lionel Messi and Argentina launched their 2024 Copa América in the best possible way, winning against Canada (2-0) this Friday. Author of a solid performance and an assist for Lautaro Martinez, the eight-time Ballon d’Or took advantage of this first meeting to discuss his future with the Albiceleste.
Indeed, at 36 years old, the question of the future of the Pulga in the national team still arises. Asked about the subject on the sidelines of his team’s victory, Messi however kicked aside, preferring to concentrate on the present.
Messi savors
“I’m just happy to be able to continue to be here, to participate in one more official competition with the national teamsaid the Inter Miami striker. We see day by day. The truth is I still enjoy it and feel great. As I said before, it’s all about how things happen, step by step, without looking into the future. »
His international future therefore remains unclear, but one thing is certain, Messi is still determined to fly the colors of Argentina. Next meeting for him and his teammates on Wednesday against Chile, with the aim of confirming their good start in the competition.
