Lionel Messi has revealed under what conditions he plans to participate in next summer’s World Cup. The Argentine football star will have the opportunity to defend his team’s championship title at the 2026 tournament.
"The World Cup is ahead. Does it motivate me?
Yes, of course. It’s a unique tournament.
However, I want to be honest with myself—if I feel I can no longer help the team, I don’t want to become an unnecessary burden. As the tournament approaches, we’ll see how I feel physically and mentally.
In MLS, we have a different schedule, and there will be enough time to prepare. The most important thing is maintaining physical fitness because the World Cup represents the pinnacle of football.
It inspires me, but I am living in the present," Messi said in an interview with Sport.es. It is worth mentioning that the Argentina national team defeated France in a penalty shootout in the final of the 2022 World Cup.
The match had ended with a 3–3 score in regular time. Read “Zamin” on Telegram!
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