Benfica defender Nicolás Otamendi expressed confidence that his teammate Lionel Messi will not miss the opportunity to play in the upcoming 2026 World Cup. Despite Messi's lack of confirmation regarding his participation, Otamendi emphasized Messi's passion for competition and stated, "Leo is Leo, the best player in soccer history." Currently playing with Inter Miami at the FIFA Club World Cup, Otamendi remarked that Messi's focus is on enjoying the games and assessing how he feels physically as the tournament approaches. Argentina has already secured their place for the World Cup in 2026, being held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
"Leo is Leo, the best player in soccer history," Otamendi said. "Right now, he's living in the moment. He's enjoying the Club World Cup. Leo's focus is on continuing to compete, taking it month by month and seeing how he feels."
"Obviously, as the World Cup gets closer, he will make his decision," Otamendi said of Messi to Radio La Red. "But I don't see Leo [Messi] missing out on the World Cup."
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