Lionel Messi isn't calling time on his Argentina career just yet
And the 35-year-old isn’t planning to stop playing for his country just yet
With nothing major left to win on the world, European or domestic stages, there was an expectation Messi might decide to draw a line under his glittering 172-cap spell with Argentina, with whom he also won the Copa America last year. But after the trophy ceremony he assured fans he plans to continue being part of the national team, telling Argentinian TV station“What will happen after this? I’ve managed to win the Copa America and the World Cup almost at the end…
“I love football, it’s what I do. I enjoy being in the national team and want to continue by experiencing a few more games as a world champion.”‘s terms, but is hopeful the player will be a part of things for the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico. “For now, I think we should save a place for him for the next World Cup. If there are 26…” Scaloni told
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Patrice Evra says 'Argentina will break my heart' as players will eat dirt for Lionel MessiPatrice Evra has predicted Argentina will ‘break his heart’ and beat France on penalties in the World Cup final. The Manchester United legend and former France international is feeling nervous as t…
Read more »
Lionel Messi breaks World Cup record in Argentina v France finalBREAKING: Lionel Messi breaks another World Cup record in Argentina v France final.
Read more »
Lionel Messi, Argentina Claim Elusive World Cup Title vs. FranceArgentina beat France 3-3 (4-2 penalties) in one of the most thrilling World Cup Finals in FIFA history on Sunday.
Read more »
Lionel Messi fulfills World Cup dream sparking euphoria in ArgentinaTwo of the world's best players provide a feast for football in best World Cup final ever seen
Read more »
Lionel Messi fulfills World Cup dream sparking euphoria in ArgentinaTwo of the world's best players provide a feast for football in best World Cup final ever seen
Read more »
Ex-France star explains how to stop Lionel Messi ahead of World Cup finalFormer Manchester United and Arsenal star Mikael Silvestre believes there is only one way to stop Lionel Messi as France prepare for the 2022 World Cup final against Argentina on Sunday.
Read more »