Messi Drops a Hugely Reassuring Message About His International Future
The debate surrounding Lionel Messi’s international future seems to be endless, with many wondering how long El Fuego will continue to pull on the famous Argentine jersey. But, after a blistering hat-trick against Bolivia, Messi dipped into his legendary cool and dropped a reassuring statement about his plans for the future.
The 37-year-old showman’s third goal in the 4-1 victory over Bolivia was his 112th for Argentina, leaving him just 21 goals shy of Cristiano Ronaldo’s record. But when asked why he celebrated his hat-trick with such gusto, Messi brushed it off, "Honestly, I didn’t know, and I’m not the one to watch the stats, but it’s nice to score another goal."
Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni, meanwhile, is a man who’s clearly head over heels for Messi. "He never ceases to amaze," Scaloni said. "I sat down with Pablo Aimar and said to him, ‘this is wonderful, man.’ I just ask that he plays for as long as he can. It’s the only thing I ask because it’s a pleasure to watch him play."
So, what does the future hold for Messi? The six-time Ballon d’or winner remains tight-lipped on his plans, but it’s clear that he’s relishing every moment with the Albiceleste. "It’s really nice to come playing here in Argentina, to feel the affection of the people… it moves me how they shout my name," Messi said. "I haven’t set any date or deadline regarding my future, I just want to enjoy all of this."
The thought of Messi retiring from international football is almost too much to bear, and it’s understandable that he wants to savor every last moment. Despite his age, he still feels like a kid when he’s with the Argentina team. "I’m comfortable with this team, and as long as I feel good and can keep performing the way I want, we’ll keep enjoying it," he added.
It’s clear that Messi’s heart is still with Argentina, and as long as he’s willing to continue scoring goals, the Argentine fans will keep on cheering. Will we see him extend his international career beyond the World Cup in 2026? Only time will tell, but for now, we can all rest easy knowing that the king of La Liga is still very much in the game.
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