Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has backed Lionel Messi to play until the 2026 World Cup and praised the superstar’s work ethic.
The Argentine coach, winner of the World Cup in Qatar, firmly believes that Messi is capable of playing until the next world competition in 2026, especially because the Inter Miami superstar is still capable of wowing his teammates at training. Scaloni also admitted that the Albiceleste team is still built around the 36-year-old, who has moved into a midfield role in recent months.
Speaking to Bobo TV, the 45-year-old coach declared: “ Messi played with his heart during this World Cup (2022), he was unstoppable. If I told you what he does in training, you wouldn’t believe me. He is crazy. I told Leo that as long as he is happy on the pitch, he should continue playing as long as he can. He showed us that there are no limits in football, and it’s incredible.
“In his career he started as a striker, he played as a winger and now we see him as a midfielder. He can play wherever he wants and the team is built around him. I think he can continue to play for the national team, but the decision is his. »
