Lionel Messi scores in Argentina's win in the World Cup qualifiers, hints at retirement after World Cup

Argentina captain Lionel Messi who scored in Friday' 3-0 win over Venezuela says 'many things will change' after the winter World Cup in Qatar. The PSG/Argentina forward turns 35 in June. The scorers in the Argentina vs Venezuela encounter were Nico Gonzalez, Angel di Maria and Lionel Messi respectively.

He said: "I don't know what I will do after the World Cup. I am thinking about what is coming. After Qatar, I will have to reassess many things." He also made it clear that his doubts had nothing to do with his past frustrations playing for Argentina.

"It has been a while that I am happy here, since before winning the Copa. I am thankful for all this they make me feel every time I come to Argentina," Messi said.

He was asked about continuing with the national team after Qatar, and said: "I don't know, the truth is I don't know.

"I think about that is coming, which is close, Ecuador (on Tuesday). The preparation matches in June and September.

"Let's hope these go the best way possible. But for sure after the World Cup many things will change."

Brazil, Argentina, Ecuador and Uruguay have already secured South America's four direct spots in Qatar. Peru, Colombia and Chile with 21, 20 and 19 points respectively will play in the last round on Tuesday for fifth place - which entitles the winner to an international playoff with an Asian team.

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