Paris Saint-Germain superstars, Lionel Messi has reportdely dilevered the worst news possible for the football world, Newspremises reports.
Messi disclosed that the upcoming FIFA World cup which will be held in Qatar later this year, will be his last appearance at the Mundial, according to Daily Mail.
The World Cup is the only high-profile trophy missing from the cabinet of Leo Messi and thus he is bent on guiding his country to attain the Holy Grail in the upcoming tournament in Qatar.
He has been in stupendous form since the start of the current campaign, scoring an impressive eight goals in his last six games for both club and country.
Messi’s legacy as the greatest footballer to have ever graced the sport could be cemented with the World Cup title at this year’s World Cup, which the PSG star has announced will be his last.
“This will be my last World Cup — for sure. The decision has been made” He said on Star+ as quoted by TN Sports.
Meanwhile, Messi’s Argentina, who are currently rated third on the FIFA/Coca-Cola world rankings are huge favourites tipped to win this year’s tournament which commences on Sunday, November 20.