Messi talks about the possibility of the 2026 World Cup: usually not at the age of 39, but I haven't said I can't play 100%. On the occasion of the one-year anniversary of the Qatar World Cup, ESPN has released an interview with Messi. In addition to reviewing Argentina's championship journey at the 2022 Qatar World Cup, the football king also talked about his possibility of participating in the 2026 US Canada Mexico World Cup.

When asked how long he can still play, Messi said, "I have answered this many times and I will always do my best to play, but I myself am the first person to know when to play and when not to play again. As long as I feel good about myself and think I can continue to contribute, then I will continue to play."

"The only thing that comes to my mind now is that I hope to smoothly make it to the Copa America roster and participate in this big competition. Just like we have always done before, strive to become the champion!"

When it comes to the possibility of participating in the 2026 US Canada Mexico World Cup, Messi said, "At that time, time will tell me the answer. 39 years old is usually not the age to participate in the World Cup, and I have also said that I don't think I will go there."

"I have not considered the 2026 World Cup, but I have not said that I will not participate in that tournament 100% because anything can happen. Considering my age, the most normal situation is that I will not participate."

"I will take a look at the situation and then say, maybe if we still perform well in the Copa America, it could happen. All of this may be to keep me going, but in reality, achieving it is very difficult."