This text provides an overview of Lionel Messi's journey in international football, particularly focusing on the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. It highlights his career's ups and downs, emphasizing his quest to win the World Cup with Argentina. The summary touches on key moments, including his impressive performances, near misses, and the disappointment of not winning the tournament. It also hints at his continued pursuit of this ultimate goal in the 2022 World Cup.
1. The text discusses Lionel Messi's performance in the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where Argentina was a top team.
2. Messi made sure that their first match against Bosnia and Herzegovina went to plan.
3. Argentina faced Iran in the next game, which wasn't as straightforward.
4. In the final against Nigeria, Messi scored both goals in a 2-1 win, leading his country to victory.
5. The 2014 tournament was significant for Messi as it was the fifth world crown for Argentina.
6. In 2006, Messi made his debut at a World Cup and became the youngest Argentine player since 1934.
7. Argentina faced Germany in the final of the 2010 World Cup, but Messi's performance was not particularly impressive.
8. In the 2018 World Cup, Argentina faced France in the final, but Argentina lost and Messi was left despondent.
9. As of 2023, Messi has not won the World Cup, making 2022 his last chance.