Messi Comments on 2026 World Cup, Says He Will Decide After the Season

Lionel Messi addressed the 2026 World Cup following Argentina’s victory over Venezuela, where he scored twice. He explained that due to his age, participation is not guaranteed. However, he intends to evaluate his physical condition and motivation on a daily basis. Messi will assess his form after finishing the current MLS season and preseason training in 2026 before making a final decision. At 38, he continues to excel, recently matching a record for CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying appearances and holds the record for the most goals scored in South American World Cup qualifiers.