Representing the World Football Federation (FIFA), President Gianni Infantino made a very special request to Lionel Messi when thinking about the 2026 World Cup.
“I hope Messi will participate in the next World Cup, after that and the 2034 World Cup. Until he wants to,” Mr. Infantino shared in an interview with DSports.
The World Cup will take place in June 2026 and when the tournament starts, Lionel Messi is about to turn 39 years old. The challenge for M10 will be huge in the effort to maintain fitness and form in the most difficult tournament. planet.
FIFA President wants Lionel Messi to continue playing at the next World Cups.
In recent weeks, Messi has been cautious in his statements when asked about his ability to play at the 2026 World Cup. The Argentine star has confirmed that his immediate goal is Copa America 2024.
Messi said on Star+ as follows: “I’m not thinking about the World Cup but I’m not saying 100% that I won’t attend because anything can happen. Due to age and circumstances, maybe I won’t be there but we’ll see how things go. Maybe we do well in the Copa America and everything is ready for me to continue, or maybe not. I can’t be sure. what is happening at the present time”.
Argentina is the defending Copa America champion. In the draw on December 7, “Albiceleste” identified 3 opponents in the same group including the team with many fates Chile, Peru and the winner of the play-off match between Canada and Trinidad & Tobago. Copa America 2024 takes place from June 20 to July 14.
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