Lionel Messi::
Lionel Messi has stated that he would not be participating in the 2026 World Cup, with the 2022 final serving as his final appearance on such a platform.
All-time great enjoyed international success in 2022
commanded his nation to victory in Qatar.
ready to embark on a new journey in America
WHAT OCCURED?
seven-time winner of the Ballon d’Or With a series of talismanic performances that allowed him to finish his brilliant medal collection, Messi spurred the Albiceleste to world championship success in Qatar. The 35-year-old had stated before the competition that he would not return for another one, and he has since reaffirmed that position after disclosing that he will soon be travelling to the United States at club level in order to join up with MLS team Inter Miami.
WHO THEY WERE:
When asked if he anticipated continuing his international career until the 2026 World Cup finals, which are scheduled to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Messi responded, “I guess not. My last World Cup was this one. I’ll wait and see how things turn out, but I won’t attend the following World Cup in general.
THE BIGGER PICTURE:
When asked about the likelihood of his captain staying on for a few more years, Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said:”We’ve left the door open for him, and if not, we’ll search for an other solution.
I hope he makes it to the upcoming World Cup because I can see him there, but I believe qualifying should come first.
THEN WHAT? Messi, who already has a record-breaking total of 174 caps and 102 goals for his nation, is a member of the Argentina team that is now in China for a friendly match against Australia.
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