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Messi Doubtful over Playing in 2026 World Cup
Messi scored twice in Argentina's 3-0 win over Venezuela, but he remains uncertain about playing in the 2026 World Cup due to age and health considerations.
- On September 4, Argentina beat Venezuela 3-0 as Argentina captain Lionel Messi scored a brace at Mas Monumental in his final home qualifier and questioned his 2026 World Cup participation.
- On his fitness and future, Messi added his participation at next year's 2026 FIFA World Cup will depend on his fitness and age, stating `Same as I said before about the World Cup that I don't think I'll play another`.
- Messi's night also reinforced his legacy as an eight-time Ballon d'Or winner with 114 goals and 61 assists in 194 Argentina appearances, earning a 9.3 FotMob rating but resting ahead of September 9 to recover for Inter Miami.
- Messi confirmed he will skip the next qualifier on September 9 to rest, while Argentina remain top of the CONMEBOL qualifying table with 38 points from 17 games and he may appear in up to four friendlies later this year.
- Messi's doubt over playing next year leaves his potential milestone of six World Cups uncertain, a choice carrying emotional weight for Argentina fans and the global football community.
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Messi doubtful over playing in 2026 World Cup
BUENOS AIRES -Lionel Messi cast doubt on his participation in the 2026 World Cup after his double in Argentina's 3-0 win over Venezuela in the penultimate round of the South American qualifiers.Despite his goals against La Vinotinto and Argentina's early qualification, the 38-year-old national captain was cau
Lionel Messi said goodbye to the Qualifiers. The trans-Andean star was a starter in Argentina's victory over Venezuela and had a big closure, with two goals. It was an emotional day in the More Monumental stadium. Fans hope that the last Pulga date with the Albiceleste will be in the North American World Cup. However, after the match, the former Barcelona and PSG questioned his presence in the planetary event. The rosaryno surprised and assured …
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