Argentina FA president Claudio Tapia has backed Lionel Messi to surprise everyone by playing at the 2026 World Cup.
in Qatar. Tapia hasn't given up hope of a Messi U-turn, however, and has cited Luka Modric's performances with the Croatia national team as an example for him to follow in terms of longevity in international football.: "He always goes for more. He never leaves you. He always surprises you, he goes for more. You can imagine it. How can I not imagine it? I would like him to be there. With the conditions he has, he could easily play in the 2026 World Cup.
"Modric does it for his team, [Andres] Iniesta did it for Barcelona. It depends on him, on what he feels. I see him playing in the World Cup, playing in the position he wants. He can really do it. It will depend on what he wants. I dream about that."Tapia added: "He is happy with the national team, coming to the facility. He is very happy with the group of teammates, with the coaching staff. I am fortunate to have the relationship I have with him.
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