Lionel Messi admitted yesterday that “the pain is immense” and that it “will take time to heal” after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final.

Spain defeated Argentina in the World Cup final, with Lionel Messi unable to lead his team to a successful title defence after Ferran Torres' goal at MetLife Stadium

Lionel Messi was seen in tears as he collected his runners-up medal. The heartbreaking moment went viral on social media.

Messi is yet to confirm his future plans but will be 43 at the next World Cup in 2030

Lo sfogo social del capitano dell’Argentina

Tears rolled down Lionel Messi's face as he walked away with a silver medal around his neck. Spain had beaten Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the FIFA World Cup final, ending…

Lionel Messi's glittering World Cup journey ended in heartbreak, but the love from Argentina's supporters never faded.