BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) - For the love of his country, Lionel Messi has reconsidered his decision to quit international soccer and will continue playing for Argentina's national team.
Messi said Friday that he is returning despite "a lot of problems" involving the country's federation, which is mired in financial chaos and under FIFA intervention.
"There are a lot of issues that need to be resolved in Argentine football, but I prefer to help from within and not criticize from the outside," Messi said. "I don't want to cause any harm, I've always tried to do the exact opposite and help out in whatever way possible.