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Will Lionel Messi play in the 2026 World Cup? Inter Miami boss Mascherano gives 3-word take on Argentina captain

With uncertainty regarding Lionel Messi's presence in the 2026 World Cup, Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano issued a 3-word answer on the Argentina captain's situation. Lionel Messi has begun his preparation for the 2026 World Cup by taking part in Inter Miami’s early preseason friendlies,

Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano addresses Lionel Messi’s potential role at the 2026 World Cup

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano commented on the possibility of Lionel Messi participating in the 2026 World Cup. Inter Miami’s South American tour is not only an unprecedented commercial success,

World Cup 2026: Will Messi play? Here’s what he said about Argentina

Lionel Messi says he hopes to play for Argentina at the 2026 World Cup in North America. The 38-year-old reveals talks with coach Lionel Scaloni and discusses Argentina’s title defence.
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Lionel Messi is playing for another trophy; Inter Miami to meet Vancouver in the MLS Cup final

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi works out during a training session, Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., ahead of Saturday's of the MLS Cup soccer match against the Vancouver Whitecaps. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP) FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.