As Lionel Messi entering the twilight in his storied career, one of the most pressing questions about the Argentine icon is if he is taking care of 2026 FIFA VM. By less than 18 months before the tournament starts, Messi has opened up his current way of thinking and if he imagines to wear the Argentina shirt on the biggest stage of football again.
Now 37 years old, Messi has become a national legend, after silencing critics for early career of Delivers two Copas America and a long-awaited World Cup title. But as time goes on, questions have of course arisen about his physical condition and life. In an interview with the Youtube channel Simply footballMessi addressed the subject.
“Honestly, no. If you think about it, it feels far away, but time is flying. This year will be important to me – to be able to play consistently and feel good… Last year I started for the season and had to sit out some matches in the beginning because I had handled injuries or was not 100%. This year I had a good pre -season, started well, and I’m doing well“He told the former Argentina International Enrique Wolff.
Messi also acknowledged the physical fee from the 2025 MLS season and Inter Miami’s crowded schedule: “It will be a long year as the season starts now and goes straight until December. There is no break in June, and besides we have Club -World Cupthat adds a lot of matches – but I’ll take it when it comes. “
On the question directly about the World Cup 2026, it emphasized eight times the Ballon d’Or winner one day by day. “Of course, you think about it and have it in mind, but you also do not want to set strict goals. It’s about living day by day, see how I feel physically above all and being honest with myself whether I am looking for it or not“Messi pronounced.
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Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has previously said that Messi’s commitment 2026 will be entirely up to the player. And while the door remains open, Messi’s measured comments suggest that the decision is still much in flow. Fans around the world are still hopeful that the legendary # 10 will be shown one last time on football’s biggest stage – hosting across the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Manage Messi’s minutes 2025
To ensure that Messi remains Fit during a demanding season 2025, Inter Miami has implemented a thorough cargo handling strategy. As the star forward is anxious to present in each game, the club has prioritized its long -term accessibility, especially for decisive matches.
After an incredible opening week, Messi missed three straight matches due to muscular fatigue. A subsequent minor injury affected by Atlanta United Keep him away from Argentina’s high-profile World Cup qualifier versus Uruguay and Brazil. Despite these setbacks, Messi has hoped back quickly – and with 10 of Inter Miami’s 13 matches so far, stalled eight goals and three assists.
The strategy of protecting his fitness also has led to coach Javier Mascherano was reluctant to confirm Messi’s presence in playA position that has caused frustration among some fans. Still, with Messi who continues to produce at the elite level and respond well to the carefully handled workload, his potential appearance at the World Cup 2026 feels increasingly likely – not just a nostalgic dream.
