Lionel Messi says he hopes to play for Argentina at the 2026 World Cup in North America. The 38-year-old reveals talks with coach Lionel Scaloni and discusses Argentina’s title defence.

BUENOS AIRES -- BUENOS AIRES (AP) — Lionel Messi would prefer to become a club owner rather than a coach when he quits as a player, the Argentina soccer star has said. In October, he signed a three-year contract extension with Inter Miami to take him through the 2028 season.

(CNN) — Argentina soccer superstar Lionel Messi has said he hopes to play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, though acknowledges that his health will dictate his role in the competition. In an interview with NBC News, the 38-year-old hinted at playing in soccer ...

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, one of Lionel Messi’s teammates on the Argentina national team may have suffered a worrying injury. The months leading up to every World Cup are usually unique.