Lionel Messi explains what he contributes to Inter Miami and Argentina at age 38, still being the main source of inspiration for both teams.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Despite being close to the end of a historical career, the eight -time Golden Ball winner does not give significant signals. It is the current MVP of the MLS and is expected to participate in another World Cup in 2026.
The broader panorama
While many retire when approaching 40, the legendary Messi plans to continue playing all the time that his body allows it. Inter Miami is confident that its captain will accept to activate the option to extend its contract for 12 months.
What Messi said
Messi has not lost anything of his passion for the game, and his creative qualities remain valuable for both his club and for his country. In an interview with DSports, when asked about what he contributes to any team, he replied: “I try to be present, always supporting the group and giving everything of me. Always happy to play and enjoy what I love, and always trying to help the team.”
Did you know?
Messi helped Inter Miami to make history by becoming the first MLS team to beat a European rival – ported – and advance to the round of 16 of the Club World Cup. However, his adventure ended with a 4-0 defeat against the Champions League champions, Paris Saint-Germain.
In a global meeting in the United States, Messi commented on the performance of the herons:
“I think we were up to expectations. We gave everything of us and that should help us get what really matters, which is to come. I am very happy to have been able to compete in this Club World Cup, of having been able to do it even if we are in a different league and another level.”
What follows?
What really matters for Inter Miami is its campaign in the MLS, which resumes this Saturday when they visit Montreal. Messi and company dream of conquering the MLS Cup for the first time in the young history of the herons.
