Lionel Messi has already won the 2025 MLS Golden Boot presented by Audi and could soon become the first player to be named Landon Donovan MLS MVP in back-to-back seasons.

While he's squarely focused on helping lead Inter Miami CF to their first-ever MLS Cup title on Dec. 6, the GOAT is also keenly aware of what’s on the horizon, namely the 2026 FIFA World Cup .

Argentina will enter as defending champions, having lifted the trophy at Qatar 2022. Now, the iconic No. 10 hopes to repeat when the expanded tournament is held across the United States, Mexico and Canada next summer.

"We’re coming off winning the last World Cup and being able to defend it on the field again is spectacular because it’s always a dream to play with the national team, especially in official competitions,” Messi

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