“We did not pressure or trouble Messi about having to attend the 2024 Olympics . We issued an invitation and provided all requirements for him to decide. He agreed with me to talk about the issue again. This topic will be discussed later. In the immediate future, Messi admits that this is not an easy thing,” coach Javier Mascherano said, in an interview on TyC Sports channel (Argentina) on March 6.
Messi is considering the possibility of competing in the 2024 Olympics, although he admits it is not easy
The 2024 Olympics take place in Paris (France) from July 26 to August 11. This is the time that coincides with Messi’s schedule for Inter Miami Club in the Leagues Cup and some matches in the MLS tournament.
“Messi has only just started the season, there is still a lot of time until the Olympics take place. In particular, he will also attend the Copa America with the Argentina team (from June 20 to July 14). It is not an easy situation. We also have to see if he really has enough energy to be there (Olympic 2024)”, coach Javier Mascherano expressed.
“We also have to understand that age is starting to affect Messi. He also has to manage his time to prolong his career. Messi may consider and consider options that can affect him. affects the club or not. However, I think that Inter Miami and MLS as well as Messi personally do not want me to be absent for a while. He will make a decision when possible,” coach Javier Mascherano shared.
Argentina’s U.23 team won tickets to the 2024 Olympics and called on Messi to participate
Besides Messi, coach Javier Mascherano also persuaded veteran star Angel Di Maria to attend the 2024 Olympics. But this famous player refused from the beginning, when he confirmed that only playing in the Copa America would be his last appearance for the Argentine team. in career.
Coach Javier Mascherano also said that he cannot call up any over-age players for the 3 players over 23 years old playing in Europe for the 2024 Olympics. Because clubs cannot release troops, because the Olympics are not on the schedule. FIFA Days. That is also the time when clubs prepare for the new season. Therefore, if Messi cannot attend, the Argentina U.23 team attending the 2024 Olympics will likely only consist of players currently playing in the country.
