Inter Miami and Argentina national team striker Lionel Messi said that it would be difficult for him to take part in the 2026 World Cup due to his age. The Argentinian football player’s words were quoted by journalist Fabrizio Romano. telegram channel.
“2026 World Cup? It seems difficult considering how old I will be then, but we will see,” Messi said.
On 30 October, Messi won the Ballon d’Or for the eighth time.
Messi became world champion with Argentina in December 2022. After playing for French Paris Saint-Germain for two years, the striker was transferred to Inter Miami in the summer of 2023. On August 20, the striker won the League Cup, the first trophy in America. After 14 matches for Inter Miami, Messi scored 11 goals and 5 assists.
Messi played for Barcelona from 2003 to 2021. Despite the wishes of both parties, a new agreement could not be reached due to financial restrictions imposed by the Spanish championship management, and the Argentine became a free agent. He admitted that he was willing to give up half his salary to stay.
Messi before brought “Golden Ball” to Inter Miami Academy.