Is Argentina Superstar Lionel Messi Retiring After 2026 World Cup?

Is this Lionel Messi's swan song?

The 39-year-old superstar striker is in the midst of his sixth World Cup with Argentina (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022 and 2026), with the country the defending World Cup (2022) and Copa América (2024) champions. Argentina is set to face off against England in the semifinal round of the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday afternoon.

Regarding Messi, the Argentina legend stated in June he would keep playing until he "can’t anymore." When asked about playing in the 2030 World Cup...