Lionel Messi confirms Qatar World Cup was his last, rules himself out of 2026 Argentina World Cup Squad
Messi has revealed that 2022 was his last World Cup.
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Messi reveals that Qatar world cup was his last (Image Via- Marca)
Argentine maestro and WorldCup winning captain Lionel Messi confirmed that Qatar was his last. Messi ruled himself out of the 2026 World Cup squad of Argentina National Team.
In a recent interview, Messi confirmed his decision not to participate in the next World Cup. When asked about playing in the next World Cup, Messi said, “I think not. Qatar was my last World Cup. I’ll see how things go, but as it is right now, no, I won’t go to the next World Cup”.
The former FC Barcelona star had seven goals and three assists under his belt. And it was under Messi‘s leadership that Argentina clinched the World Cup after 36 years after Maradonna and Mexico.
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Neymar believes that Messi’s transfer to MLS will bring revolutionary changes to the League
Brazilian winger Neymar Jr. reportedly said that he feels Lionel Messi’s move to MLS will change the league in a much more positive way. Neymar is one of Messi’s very close friends and shared the same locker room with the Argentine great at both Barcelona and Paris Siant Germain.
During a recent interview, Neymar was asked about his opinion on Messi’s move to Inter Miami. While answering this question, he said, “I’m certain that Leo is going to change the league in the United States. I believe the league will become a lot more popular. So everyone has to take advantage and enjoy watching him play because unfortunately, nothing lasts forever”.
Neymar has also expressed his feelings about Messi’s departure from PSG. He said he was both “sad and happy”. This was because on one end he wanted to continue playing along with Messi in the same team which now wouldn’t be possible anymore. On the other end, he feels confident about the fact that the Argentine great would love his new life in Miami.
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