In June, along with the Club World Cup, Lionel Messi is preparing to face a series of intense competitions. Although he has not yet confirmed his participation with the Argentina National Team, Messi mentions the importance of living in the present and evaluating his physical condition to determine if he will be fit to play.
The coach of the Argentina National Team, Lionel Scaloni, revealed in late January that Messi intends to participate in the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in Mexico, the United States, and Canada. Both Messi and his teammates are motivated and aware of the time they have ahead to prepare.
Regarding the final of the Qatar 2022 World Cup, Messi recalls with admiration the performance of Kylian Mbappé, a player from Real Madrid, and emphasizes the importance of staying physically fit to face the challenges ahead.
In an exclusive interview, Messi avoided commenting directly on his participation in the 2026 World Cup, but expressed his interest in playing consistently and feeling physically optimal. He reflected on the bitterness of not having achieved some victories in the past and the influence these events have on his overall performance on the field.
