
""It will be a privilege if Leo decides to play in the World Cup. We all want him to enjoy it, and we're helping him feel good. He wants the same as us, now he's more relaxed because he's already won a World Cup.""
""His desire to be there and share it is there; we'll see what he decides to do, and we'll support him. I hope he does, because he's happy on the pitch, and we all want to see him.""
""He could reach 1,000 goals. We'll have to see how much longer he plays. The thing is, he has to want to keep going. One year, he scored over 90 goals - he can get there.""
Lionel Scaloni confirmed Lionel Messi's desire to participate in the 2026 World Cup after his goal in Argentina's 5-0 victory over Zambia. This match was the last before Scaloni announces the squad for the tournament. Messi, who previously led Argentina to victory in Qatar, is expected to play in what may be his final World Cup. Scaloni expressed confidence in Messi's participation, emphasizing the importance of Messi's happiness and support from the team. Messi has also reached 900 career goals, with potential to reach 1,000 if he continues playing.
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