Argentine famous person Lionel Messi, in an interview on Thursday with Fabrizio Romano for ‘433’, mirrored on his future, the 2026 World Cup, and the position he envisions as soon as he retires from taking part in.
Regardless of his wealthy profession in soccer, Messi has made it clear he has no plans to transition into teaching.
“I wouldn’t wish to be a coach. However I’m nonetheless undecided what I’d love to do sooner or later. I worth rather more than at first I do on a day-to-day foundation, so I simply take into consideration taking part in, coaching, and having enjoyable,” Messi acknowledged.
When requested about his participation within the 2026 World Cup, Messi expressed uncertainty.
He stated, “The reality is that I don’t know. I’ve been requested a number of instances, particularly in Argentina. I hope to have a very good finish of the season after which a very good pre-season, one thing I didn’t have final season due to all of the travelling we did.
“From there, I wish to see what occurs, to appreciate how I really feel. In soccer, a number of issues at all times occur. There’s nonetheless an extended solution to go, so I’m not considering an excessive amount of about it.
“I’m going to dwell everyday with out considering an excessive amount of in regards to the future.”
Reflecting on his legacy, Messi shared his gratitude.
“Let individuals keep in mind me as they need. My greatest dream was to win the World Cup, which I fought for a very long time and which value me a number of effort.
“I’ve been fortunate sufficient to win every thing with Barcelona, with the nationwide crew, and to have an exquisite life and household. I’m very grateful to God for every thing I’ve been by,” he stated.
Messi additionally mentioned his ambitions with Inter Miami, which not too long ago clinched the common season.
He stated, “We had been completely happy and celebrated the achievement as a result of it was one thing troublesome and vital. We’re conscious that the actual title we would like is the MLS.
“Through the yr, we had many very foolish errors that we are able to keep away from and that in these playoffs can not occur as a result of they will value you elimination. I feel we’re one of many favourites. The opposite groups additionally respect us.”
As for the mission in Miami, Messi emphasised the membership’s growth-oriented philosophy.
“The membership doesn’t set limits; that’s the philosophy. This was demonstrated by every thing they’ve completed to date. We now have to continue to grow with a view to be nice inside the MLS and, why not, inside the world,” he added.