"On a sporting level, I've been fortunate enough to fulfill all my dreams, and the truth is I couldn't ask for more. Thank God, He has given me so much both professionally and personally, as well as with my family and friends," Messi declared. Since his crowning as world champion with Argentina in Qatar 2022, he has achieved everything a professional footballer aspires to.

"When I feel that I'm no longer performing, that I'm no longer enjoying it or helping my teammates, I'll take that step without thinking about age," Messi said honestly about when he will step aside.

Finally, the Argentine player did not want to specify an exact date for his retirement, but he did give hints about his future. "I haven't thought about it yet. For now, I try to enjoy the day-to-day, the moments, without thinking about the future. I don't have anything clear yet. I hope to keep playing for a while longer, which is what I enjoy. When the time comes, I'll surely find the path to what fulfills and interests me, as well as a new role," he declared.