Messi eyes World Cup '26 and playing past 40 like Ibra, Modrić, CR7 🤩

OneFootball EN 28 October 2025 at 22:12(Processed: 28 October 2025 at 22:23)

Lionel Messi has expressed his ambition to participate in the 2026 World Cup and continue playing professionally beyond the age of 40. This ambition places him in the company of legendary players like Zlatan Ibrahimović, Luka Modrić, and Cristiano Ronaldo who have prolonged their careers.