Soccer fans around the world eagerly await Lionel Messi ’s decision on playing in the 2026 World Cup. The wait could continue until the end of this year. Messi, the Argentine World Cup champion and Inter Miami star, said he thinks about playing in the next World Cup but will first consider his health before reaching a final decision.

Argentina star Lionel Messi hasn't closed the door on competing in the 2026 World Cup, according to Inter Miami teammate Luis Suárez.

Lionel Messi staying with Inter Miami would be an enormous boost to Major League Soccer, who is hoping to capitalize on the player many consider to be one of the greatest to ever