Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami and Argentina teammate Rodrigo de Paul has shared details about his intense training routine ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Even after achieving great success in football, Messi is working harder than ever to stay in top form.
According to reports, he is following a double training session daily in addition to his regular club duties. This extra effort shows his strong commitment to defending the World Cup title at the age of 38, as he continues to prepare with full focus and dedication.
What did Rodrigo de Paul reveal about Messi’s fitness plan
As per De Paul, Messi, who also captains Inter Miami, is following a double training session as part of his daily routine, in addition to his regular club commitments. This shows that he is putting in extra effort beyond normal team practice to stay in top physical condition ahead of major tournaments like the World Cup.
Speaking to Lo del Pollo as quoted by Goal.com, De Paul said that this training plan has been going on for the last two to three months. He explained, “Between two and three months ago, we had a training plan beyond what we do at the club and the two of us kill ourselves to reach the best physical shape. We proposed a double shift for ourselves and we have our trainer there and we give it our all.”
Lionel Messi is looking READY for Argentina's World Cup title defense next month ˳
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Where does Inter Miami stand in the MLS 2026 points table
Lionel Messi continues to perform at an outstanding level even in his late 30s, showing why he is still considered one of the best in football. In the 2026 Major League Soccer season so far, he has scored 12 goals in 12 matches and provided six assists, delivering consistent performances for Inter Miami.
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As per NDTV reports, he also played an important role in Inter Miami’s 2-0 win over Portland Timbers in their MLS match on Monday morning, scoring one goal and assisting another. With this victory, Inter Miami is currently placed second in the league standings with eight wins, four draws, and three losses, collecting 28 points and sitting just two points behind league leaders Nashville.
