As Lionel Messi Approaching the end of his famous career has problems with remaining injury raised doubts about his participation in 2026 World Cup. With the tournament to be held in USAThe Canadaand MexicoA France -legend that has often been highlighted Messis unique Kylical Mbappe have shared their thoughts on Argentina -stjärnan’s hope of playing in the next World Cup.
For almost two decades, Messi has dominated the football world and earned admiration from both fans and rivals. One of these admirers is Hugo LlorisThe legendary French goalkeeper who was part of the squad that ended as a runner in the World Cup 2022, where Messi lifted the long -awaited trophy. Years earlier, Lloris Messi called a one-of-a-kind player, a feeling he repeated in 2018.
“Is Mbappe Like Messi? No, Messi is unique. It is absolutely impossible to compare him with someone“Said Lloris during a press conference before the round of 16 collision in the World Cup 2018 in Russia.
Lloris and Messi’s participation in the World Cup 2026
Now retired from international service and plays for Los Angeles FCThe Lloris continues to keep Messi in high attention. In a new interview with Argentine Outlet The nationThe Frenchman was asked about Messi’s chances to present in the World Cup 2026. His response was direct and optimistic:
“I don’t see Argentina but Messi in the next World Cup. I think he will be there. He still plays and enjoys football. It’s his decision, but of course we want to keep watching him play“Said the goalkeeper.
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Messi recently missed Argentina’s matches against Uruguay and Brazil due to injury. At the beginning of the World Cup 2026, Messi will be 38 years old and turns 39 during the competition. Despite its age, Lloris is sure that Messi will still represent Argentina on the global stage.
Lloris lafc vs. Messis Inter Miami
Llor will meet Messi in the upcoming Concacaf Champions Cup quarter final between LAFC and Inter Miami. The French goalkeeper discussed the excitement of Matchupen and his preparations to meet the Argentine star:
“I am specifically preparing when I play against Leo. And it is always a very difficult task. In addition, there are fantastic players at Inter Miami … there is also Luis SuarezThe Bus boatsThe Jordi Albaetc. You must definitely be prepared“Admitted the goalkeeper.
When asked if he had ever received Messi’s shirt after a match, Lloris gave a somewhat difficult answer: “No, no … I didn’t get the chance, it makes me a little uncomfortable, haha. I’ve never been able to get Messi’s shirt … I really admire Leo. For me, he is at the top of the list of the biggest players, no doubt. I belong to the generation that got to see and play against Leo. “
