Lionel MessiS absence from ArgentinaUpcoming matches against Uruguay and Brazil Has caused concern about his fitness as he enters the later stages of his career. With mounting damage, A Messi’s former coach sincerely dealt with his fitness and the ongoing issues surrounding his participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Gerardo “Tata” Martino trained Messi for three and a half years, both with the national team and in MLSGetting to know the routines and habits that the player follows to maintain their fitness. In an interview with ESPN ArgentinaThe former Inter Miami coach was asked about Messi’s potential commitment to the next World Cup, which gave a clear answer:
“It is clean and exclusively up to him. To me it seems like a very well thought out, very intelligent situation. Although we talk about the world’s best football player, when someone reaches a certain age and has had so many years in their career, it is as in life: you do not plan the same way at 30 as you do at 70“Martino told ESPN.
Martino continued and emphasized the importance of taking a short -term strategy to maintain Messi’s well -being: “It is not very meaningful to plan for a year and a half when you are a certain age, with a certain amount of matches … I think the position he has is a good, a good idea. It gives him more chances to be in good shape than if he puts the pressure on himself to define today whether he will be in the World Cup. “
At 37 years old, Messi’s physical condition and persistent injuries during its time at Inter Miami has caused concern for Argentina’s ambitions. That is why Martino believes it is the best way to ensure Messi’s preparedness for the World Cup 2026.
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Messi’s specific training in his age
Many athletes expand their careers by hiring personal trainers and medical staff outside the club set. Messi is no exceptionadopt a personal educational methodology at Inter Miami.
When asked if Messi follows a specialized training routine because of his age, Martino offered an insightful answer. “Of courseFor football players, not just him but other players of a certain age, One must regulate throughout the week to ensure they come in good condition for the matches“He told ESPN.
Martino further explained Messi’s attitude to training outside the team sessions: “Apparently, He has his gym routines and he has his physiotherapist as he works regularly. But in general, when he is in good shape, he participates in all workouts. “
