Argentina great Lionel Messi wants to play in the 2026 World Cup, but is too early to make any official announcements, his national coach Lionel Scaloni said on Thursday.

Argentinas legendary footballer Lionel Messi has expressed his desire to participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, though it remains too early for any definitive announcements, according to national coach Lionel Scaloni.

Lionel Messi, the legendary Argentine footballer, is eager to participate in the 2026 World Cup, though it is too early for any official decision, according to coach Lionel Scaloni. Scaloni also reflected on Angel Di Maria's international retirement,

The 37-year-old has featured in five World Cups for Argentina, and won his first trophy in Qatar in 2022. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni recently spoke about Lionel Messi's chances of playing in the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in Mexico, Canada and United States. Argentina are on track to clinch their 2026 World Cup ticket in March when the CONMEBOL qualifiers resume.