Lionel Messi is considering retiring from football soon. Messi struck twice as Argentina beat Venezuela 3-0 in Buenos Aires, in what could be his final home World Cup qualifier.
“Being able to finish this way here is what I’ve always dreamed of,” Messi said. “I’ve experienced a lot of things on this pitch, both good and not so good, but it’s always a joy to play in Argentina, in front of our fans.”
The Argentina captain scored in the 39th and 80th minutes, while Lautaro Martínez added another. Messi was denied a hat-trick by an offside call.
Asked about his future, the 37-year-old was cautious:
“Same as I said before about the World Cup that I don’t think I’ll play another. Because of my age, the most logical thing is that I won’t make it. But well, we’re almost there so I’m excited and motivated to play it.”
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He added:
“Day by day, trying to feel good and above all, being honest with myself. Hopefully I’ll have a good preseason in 2026 and finish this MLS season well and then I’ll decide.”
Already qualified, Argentina stay top of South America’s standings with 38 points. Uruguay, Colombia and Paraguay also booked their spots, joining Brazil and Ecuador.
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Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal had an amazing match, providing two assists to help his team secure a 3 – 2 extra-time win.
Real Madrid, in heartbreaking fashion, lost 3-2 to Barcelona in extra time of the Copa Del Rey final at La Paluja Stadium in Seville on Saturday night.
Real Madrid went behind after a goal from Pedri in the first half, but quickly switched on in the second when they scored two through Kylian Mbappe and Aurelien Tchouameni.
They then went behind once again when Jules Kounde scored the winner in the 116th minute after Ferran Torres’ equaliser.
