Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni refused to rule out the prospect of Lionel Messi leading their defence of the World Cup in the 2026 after he inspired them to a third title in Qatar.
After scoring twice in the dramatic win over France on penalties, Messi said he would not retire from international football, but before the final he insisted this will be his fifth and final World Cup. Messi opened the scoring from the penalty spot and scored in extra-time as Argentina and France drew 3-3 over 120 minutes in one of the great World Cup finals at the Lusail Iconic Stadium.
