Will Messi return for 2026?

Lionel Messi is not ruling out playing for Argentina

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at the 2026 World Cup, but admitted age will make it difficult to compete in the tournament. Messi, who will turn 39 during the next World Cup, had said last year that the 2022 tournament in Qatar would be his last.

Will Messi play again in 2026 World Cup?

Lionel Messi Backed To Play At 2026 FIFA World Cup Even Though He'll Be 39 When It Ends.

Will Messi join Al Hilal?

Lionel Messi is being lined up for a sensational $234m-a-year move to Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia's Pro football league. The world-record contract would pit the Argentine World Cup winner against long-term rival Cristiano Ronaldo, who moved to Al Nassr in January.

How long will Messi stay?

His current deal allows him the option to stay on until summer 2024 — an additional year — his recent victory at the FIFA World Cup likely has his team keen to negotiate a more lucrative deal for his final few years in the game.

Will Scaloni be Argentine coach for World Cup 2026?

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — World Cup winner Lionel Scaloni will remain as coach of Argentina to the end of the 2026 World Cup. The Argentine Football Association and Scaloni confirmed the deal on Monday.

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Will Scaloni stay with Argentina?

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina -- World Cup winner Lionel Scaloni will remain as coach of Argentina to the end of the 2026 World Cup. The Argentine Football Association and Scaloni confirmed the deal on Monday.

Who are the potential hosts for the 2030 World Cup?

FIFA also picked Saudi Arabia -- a potential candidate in the 2030 contest -- to host the next Club World Cup from Dec. 12-22 in the latest addition to the kingdom's sports hosting ambitions.

Who is better Messi or Ronaldo?

Ronaldo has scored more goals and won two 'Best FIFA Men's Player' awards, but Messi has won more Ballon d'Or awards (7).

What if Ronaldo stayed in real?

If Ronaldo stays at Real Madrid, he will have the chance to break even more daunting records. Currently, Ronaldo holds the Real Madrid record for most goals scored in a single season in both La Liga and the Champions League. He is also the fastest Merengue to score 100 goals for the capital club.

How many years will Messi stay at PSG?

In the summer of 2021, he joined PSG from Barcelona on a two-year contract, worth €30million per year. The deal included the option of a third year at the same rate, which is where we are now.

How much did Saudi Arabia offer Messi?

The World Cup winner can continue negotiations with his current club, attempt an ambitious return to Barcelona or explore a new opportunity. Messi has been a long-term target of MLS club Inter Miami, but has also just received an eye-watering contract offer from Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal, worth €400m per year.

How much did Al Hilal offer Messi?

Al Hilal offer Lionel Messi mega contract

According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal have sent Lionel Messi an obscene contract offer of over €400 million ($438 million / £350 million) per year.

Will Messi return to Barcelona?

Barcelona manager Xavi Hernández has admitted the club will "be delighted” if Lionel Messi asked to return to the La Liga side. Messi's future is uncertain as the 35-year-old's contract at Paris-Saint Germain expires at the end of June.

Why won t Messi play in 2026?

Lionel Messi is not ruling out playing for Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, but admitted age will make it difficult to compete in the tournament. Messi, who will turn 39 during the next World Cup, had said last year that the 2022 tournament in Qatar would be his last.

Is 2026 World Cup last for Neymar?

Neymar has hinted he may yet play at the 2026 World Cup, revealing that the "very big dream" still burns to lift the trophy. The 31-year-old Brazilian said in the lead-up to last year's World Cup that it could be his last, while he was left devastated by his country's quarter-final elimination to Croatia.

Who is automatically in 2026 World Cup?

Mexico, U.S. and Canada Confirmed As Automatic Qualifiers for 2026 World Cup.

Who is the goat Messi or Ronaldo?

As soon as Messi lifted the World Cup in Qatar just before Christmas, the argument was finished in the eyes of many football fans. It had been fun while it lasted, but Messi was officially the GOAT.

Who bought Ronaldo to real?

On 6th July 2009, Florentino Perez got his own way and Real Madrid officially presented Cristiano Ronaldo at the Santiago Bernabeu. He was the man whose job was to challenge Leo Messi and Pep Guardiola's Barca.

Who has more records Messi or Ronaldo?

They are two of the most decorated footballers ever, having won a combined 76 major trophies (Messi 42, Ronaldo 34) during their senior careers thus far, and have regularly broken the 50-goal barrier in a single season. They are the only two players to score over 800 goals each in their careers for club and country.

Is Pele better than Messi?

The Argentine has scored more World Cup goals - 13 - than his two rivals, though he's played more games. Pele hit 12 goals at the World Cup and Ronaldo has notched eight times. Pele's ratio, though, sees him come out on top again; 0.86 compared to Messi on 0.5 and Ronaldo on 0.36.

Is Neymar better than Messi?

Who is the better player? Messi no doubt, but Neymar does come close, however not too close. Messi turns 35 this year and Neymar turns 30. Messi is in the twilight of his career while Neymar is in his prime.

Who is the king of football of all time?

Sunil Chhetri is regarded as the God of football in India. As of 24 March 2023, he has scored 85 goals in 133 international appearances.

Who is holding the 2036 World Cup?

With World Cup going well, Qatar determined to host 2036 Games.

Where is the US World Cup in 2030?

Uruguay–Argentina–Chile–Paraguay

The Uruguay–Argentina intention to bid was officially confirmed on 29 July 2017 before Paraguay was confirmed as the third host on 4 October 2017. Chile confirmed their bid to host with the group on 14 February 2019 as a joint communique from the confirmed nations.

Who will hold the 2025 World Cup?

Mexican Football Federation president Yon de Luisa has revealed that the United States, Canada, and Mexico will host a significant tournament in 2025. As we already know, the three North American nations are hosting the 2026 World Cup as well.