Messi: 'I wouldn't like to retire without being world champion'

This summer's World Cup has always been speculated to be Messi's last with 'La Albiceleste' but it seems the Barcelona forward won't give up until he has won the trophy.

Messi was reported in the 'Mirror' as saying: "It means so much because for Argentina the World Cup is special - and for me too.

"I've always had the dream of watching me raise the World Cup. And then seeing the emotion that goes with it.

"My hair stands on end just thinking about that moment. It would make millions of Argentine's in the world happy. So we cannot give up on that dream.

 "I have won all the most important tournaments but I am ambitious to the end. I would not like to retire from active football without being a world champion with my country."

Argentina face a massive challenge to qualify for the Round of 16, needing to beat Nigeria and hope Croatia can down Iceland.