This is apropos a news item "Messi exit leaves Argentinean football in turmoil" carried by Business Recorder yesterday. According to it, Lionel Messi sensationally has quit international football leaving Argentinean football in turmoil after a traumatic penalty shootout defeat to Chile in the Copa America final.
It was also reported that the heartbroken Barcelona superstar left the field in tears on Sunday after missing a spot-kick in shootout - Messi's fourth straight defeat in a major final with Argentina.
"For me the national team is over," he was quoted as telling reporters. That Messi is world's one of the greatest footballers is a fact. His decision to quit has, however, reflected the enormity of pressure on him. He had been criticised for failing to deliver for his side and the country. He was perhaps left with no choice but to quit. His exit has triggered the departure of some other players: Sergio Aguero and Javiar Mascherano quit Argentina too. No doubt, it was a profoundly monumental day for the Argentina football team. Quit if you cannot deliver.