"I'm proud to be able to end my journey through the World Cup by playing another final. What I'm experiencing is really exciting. Sunday will be my last in a World Cup."
Thus Lionel Messi, speaking 'cold' after the victory in the semifinal against Croatia.
"Many years will pass between this tournament and the next - says the 35-year-old #10 from Albiceleste - and I don't think I'll make it. So I hope that this in Qatar ends in the best way for me. I had a lot of fun during this Cup, and now I would like to help the group achieve what we are here for".
