Messi ALMOST Confirmed for 2030 World Cup at 43! Will He Break All Records? 🔥
Messi hints at playing in 2030 World Cup at age 43 after becoming all-time top scorer, sparking debate whether he’ll make a rare comeback.
Lionel Messi has left the door open for a potential appearance at the 2030 World Cup, even after recently becoming the tournament’s all-time leading scorer.
The Argentina captain overtook Miroslav Klose on the World Cup top scorers list and currently has five goals at the 2026 World Cup, chasing a second consecutive world title with the Albiceleste.
Many expected Messi to retire from international football after Argentina’s 2022 triumph, but the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner has continued putting on the national jersey, remaining one of the biggest names on the world stage.
When asked about the possibility of playing in the 2030 World Cup, set to be hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, Messi didn’t commit.
I’ll keep going for a while as long as I can give my best, I feel good physically and I can compete and help my teammates.
— Lionel Messi
I will keep playing. I don’t know if I’ll play in the 2030 World Cup, honestly I’m not thinking about that right now. It seems a bit far away.
— Lionel Messi
But as I said, I live day by day and I’m focused on the present.
— Lionel Messi
Messi has already played in six World Cups — a record in itself. Should he appear in 2030, he will be 43 years old when the tournament begins.
