It could prove to be a final international tournament for one of football’s legends, Argentina forward Lionel Messi, 36. But we have said that before.
The Inter Miami player will turn 39 during the next World Cup in two years.
Asked about the 2026 World Cup, he said recently: “It depends on how I feel, how I am physically and knowing whether I’m at the level to be able to compete and help my team-mates.
“There is still a long time until the tournament, but it goes quickly. I don’t know how I will be in that moment.”
Messi is aiming for a third winners’ medal in a row for his country, after the 2021 Copa America and 2022 World Cup, having never won a senior international tournament until the age of 34.
The final will be played at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami – which is just over 20 miles from the city of Fort Lauderdale where Messi’s club currently play.
Argentina, meanwhile, could become the most decorated Copa America side ever if they win the title again. They are currently joint top with Uruguay on 15 trophies.
2024-06-19 13:17:55
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