"“We have to get excited, like Argentinians always do whenever there's an official competition, whether it's the Copa América or the World Cup, but we also have to know that there are other favorites ahead of us, who are coming in better as a group and as a team,” he said in an interview with the YouTube channel Lo del Pollo."
"“This Argentina team will always compete and give their best, just like they have since this group came together. "Right now, France looks very good again. They have many top-level players. I think Spain, Brazil-although they haven't been at their best lately-are always contenders and have the players to compete in all official competitions.”"
"“Then we all say the same things. Germany, England, the big powers... Portugal has a very competitive and good team too. And then there's always some surprise...”"
Lionel Messi shared expectations for World Cup 2026 as Argentina aim to retain the trophy won in Qatar. He noted that Barcelona players are expected to be involved, with Spain among the favorites. Lamine Yamal is expected to be fit in time, potentially joining teammates including Pedri, Ferran Torres, Dani Olmo, Gavi, and Pau Cubarsi. Messi said Argentina should stay excited while recognizing other teams are arriving stronger as groups. He emphasized that Argentina will always compete and give their best. He highlighted France as looking strong again and named Spain and Brazil as contenders, while also pointing to Germany, England, Portugal, and the possibility of surprises.
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