The head coach of the Argentina national team, Lionel Scaloni, did not give a clear response when asked about Lionel Messi's possible participation in the upcoming World Cup.
The 38-year-old Inter Miami forward has not ruled out the possibility of missing the tournament with the national team. Reporters asked Scaloni the same question, but received no clear response.
Lionel Scaloni, quoted by AlbicelesteTalk
Will Messi play at the 2026 World Cup? I don’t know.
The Argentina national team qualified for the tournament without difficulty, finishing first in the South American qualifying group. The 2026 World Cup matches will take place from June 11 to July 19 at stadiums in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
