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Will Lionel Messi play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

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Bulls Say

Messi has publicly expressed his desire to play in the 2026 World Cup

At 38 during the tournament, he remains physically elite at Inter Miami

Argentina as host-adjacent nation gives him maximum motivation to compete

Bears Say

Age and injury risk over the next two years could force retirement

Market at 92¢ leaves little room for upside, reflecting near-certainty

No recent news confirms his continued fitness or commitment

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