In a recent podcast, renowned Argentine star player Lionel Messi gave a big clue regarding his impending retirement. The World Cup champion for Argentina has stated on the platform that he has nothing more to accomplish in his sports career and is content with the cycle’s closure.
After the tragedy of Copa America in 2019, Messi had first given up playing for the international team. After his early outburst, Messi made the decision to come back, and despite several scandals in the club soccer world, Messi proceeded to excel for his country’s side.
In the span of two calendar years, Messi won the FIFA World Cup, Finalissima, and Copa America. Speaking in the interview, Lionel Messi stated that his career had come to an end and there was nothing more for him to win.
“I got everything in my career, there’s nothing left”: Lionel Messi drops retirement hint
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“It’s at the end of my career, closing a cycle. I achieved everything with the national team I always dreamed. I got everything in my career, individually. It was about closing my career in a unique way,” Messi said in the podcast.
Lionel Messi: Plans for World Cup 2026
The news of Lionel Messi hinting towards his status for World Cup 2026 has set the footballing world abuzz. Following his triumph in the FIFA World Cup, Messi said that he won’t be participating in the 2026 event, which is scheduled to take place. However, following the World Cup, Argentina’s coach Lionel Scaloni was reported to have stated that Messi will always have access to the national squad.
Messi has promised to put off any international retirement plans for the time being, due to the team’s persistent pleading. When FIFA’s premier event visits the United States, Mexico, and Canada in 2026, Messi could opt to defend soccer’s most coveted honor.
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Messi’s comments have been met with enthusiasm from fans of the Argentine national team. The fans believe that with him in the squad they have a real chance of winning the tournament. This is especially true if Messi is able to maintain his current level of performance until the tournament.
Messi’s presence in the squad will be a huge boost for the team. He is one of the most talented players to ever grace the game, and his presence alone can be enough to inspire the team to another victory. That certainly gives soccer fans a few more years to enjoy the magic of Lionel Messi.