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Argentina national team captain Lionel Messi offered heartfelt encouragement to his great teammate and close friend Neymar. The Argentinean is convinced that the Brazilian star is bound to take part in the upcoming world championship, regardless of recent problems with health and game form.

In an interview with Pollo Alvarez for the show Lo del Pollo, Messi spoke about the importance of Neymar for world football.

We want the best players to be at the World Championships, and Neymar, regardless of his form, will be one of them from now on. — It would be wonderful to see him at the tournament, and learn what it means for Brazil and for football. “Of course, I would like, if I were there, to have good speeches with him, because he deserves it as a human being,” said Leo.

The 38-year-old Messi and the 34-year-old Neymar are keeping their hundredths warm after hours of active performances for the Spanish Barcelona and the French PSG. The Argentine also attributed the special rice to the character of the Brazilian:.

" He doesn’t give in, he lives his life the way it is, it’s natural.”.

It seems that Neymar, who turned to Santos just a few years ago, is still struggling with the legacy of injuries (including two surgeries on his knee and chest). Due to these problems, the highest scorer in the history of the Brazilian national team (79 goals) has not played for the national team since early 2023 and has not yet joined the national team under the leadership of Carlo Ancelotti..

Moreover, the Italian champion himself recently announced that Neymar will return to 100% form. Along with the support of a friend, Lionel Messi shared his thoughts about the leading contenders for victory in the upcoming world championship. The Argentinean objectively recognized that the teams that are in the shortest form, below Albiceleste.

Before the first echelon of favorites, the captain of the Argentines defeated France, Spain and Brazil:.

" Spain is a contender, just like Brazil, although the stench will not be as bad for the rest of the time. “Ale Brasilia will always have the athletes necessary to fight for the title,” the Argentinean said with respect.

Before another level of contenders, Messi secured Germany, England and Portugal, especially highlighting the high competitiveness of the Portuguese warehouse. Along with its national team, Messi chanted that Argentina is maintaining a can-do mentality while dealing with injury problems among some of its players..

He highly appreciated the fusion of youth in the team, noting that the new generation of Argentine talents is ready for great success.

Finally, speaking about the possible end of his career, the legendary football player calmed his rogues:.

“I love to play in this game, and I will continue to work until I simply can’t do it anymore,” summed up Messi..

Guess what, the honorable champions of the world were relegated to Group J. The Argentines' opponents at the group stage will be: Algeria, Austria and Jordan.