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Stunned! Messi Has Made His Final Decision for the Upcoming World Cup!

Posted on June 15, 2025 - 3:23 pm by

In a thrilling 0-0 draw against Al Ahly in the opening match of the FIFA Club World Cup last night, Lionel Messi and Inter Miami showcased their resilience, with the Argentine star coming tantalizingly close to scoring the tournament’s first goal. As Messi approaches his 38th birthday, speculation about his future in soccer continues to swirl, with many wondering whether the legendary forward will retire soon or continue to dazzle on the global stage.

Despite a grueling schedule with multiple games in recent weeks, Messi’s passion for the sport remains undeniable. Fans and analysts alike are eager to know whether he will don the Argentina jersey for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, especially as questions linger about his physical fitness and long-term plans with Inter Miami for the upcoming season.

Vieri’s Revelation: Messi’s World Cup Plans

Before the Al Ahly match, soccer icon Christian Vieri, who traveled to Miami to watch Messi play, shared an exciting conversation he had with the Inter Miami star in an interview with DAZN. Vieri expressed his hope to see Messi compete in next year’s World Cup with Argentina. Messi’s response was both confident and thrilling, hinting that his future may already be set.

“I told Messi that next year I’ll come to watch you at the World Cup with Argentina,” Vieri recounted. “He said to me, ‘Alright, come, I want to see you at the matches.’ I told him I’ll come with my whole family, I want to come for a month and follow you.”

Vieri’s enthusiasm didn’t stop there. He firmly believes Messi will participate in the 2026 World Cup, despite the Argentine turning 39 during the tournament. “Of course, he will play in the World Cup,” Vieri declared. “He is still the best in the world, and the Argentine national team knows how to play alongside him. It’s completely different when he plays with Argentina; he’s on another level.”

What’s Next for Messi and Inter Miami?

Following their hard-fought draw against Al Ahly, Inter Miami, with one point in Group A, now turns their attention to their upcoming FIFA Club World Cup matches. Messi and his teammates will face FC Porto on Thursday at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, followed by a return to Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on June 23 for their final group stage match against Palmeiras. With FC Porto and Palmeiras squaring off today at MetLife Stadium, Inter Miami will aim to secure three points in their next match to bolster their chances of advancing to the knockout stages.

As the soccer world eagerly awaits Messi’s next moves, his conversation with Vieri has sparked excitement among fans, suggesting that the Argentine legend is far from ready to hang up his boots. With his sights seemingly set on the 2026 World Cup, Messi continues to inspire, proving that age is just a number for one of the greatest players in soccer history.