Lionel Messi says he 'has more years' left to go as he reveals his goal has moved away from 2026 World Cup

The 37-year-old is seemingly in the twilight years of his career but the legendary Argentine still feels "unstoppable" at present. The Inter Miami ace has no plans to hang up his boots just yet, but was a bit coy on whether or not he would represent his country at the 2026 World Cup.

He said at the Marca America Award night: "Coming to Inter Miami does not mean I will retire anytime soon, I still have more years to play."

Messi added: "In the moment, we will see. I don't like to accelerate time or look ahead. I try to enjoy every day. I hope I can keep playing at this level to feel good and be happy. When I get to do what I love I am happy. I value that more than reaching the 2026 [World Cup] tournament. I haven't set a goal to reach the World Cup, but more so to live day-to-day and be well."

Messi has, arguably, put together the most glittering football career of all time; winning Champions Leagues, a World Cup, and a host of the biggest trophies in the sport. And the fact that he wants to play for a while yet is great news for the game.

After representing his country in their latest World Cup qualifiers, including scoring a hat-trick against Bolivia, his Inter Miami side host New England Revolution on Saturday night in Major League Soccer action.