Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has admitted he is playing his “last games” after scoring a hat-trick in 2026 World Cup qualifier against Bolivia on Tuesday night.
Messi scored three goals and provided two assists as the world champions won 6-0 at the Monumental de Nunez Stadium.
Speaking after the game, the Inter Miami superstar said he is trying to savor every moment with the national team.
“It is very nice to play here feeling the affection of the Argentina fans,” Messi said.
“It makes me emotional to listen to how they shout my name. We all enjoy this connection with the fans and we love playing at home.”
When asked about his future, and if he would play at the 2026 World Cup, Messi replied: “I didn’t set any date or deadline about my future.
“I’m just enjoying all this. I am more emotional than ever and taking all the love from the people because I know these can be my last games.”
This can be my last games – Messi admits after hat-trick against Bolivia
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