BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) Some fans and players want him to reconsider. Other supporters on Monday were simply sad that Lionel Messi says he's quitting the Argentine national team.
Messi shocked his native country with his abrupt resignation from international soccer after Chile defeated Argentina 4-2 on penalties after a 0-0 draw on Sunday.
''The national team is over for me,'' Messi Told the Argentine network TyC Sports. ''It's been four finals, it's not meant for me. I tried. It was the thing I wanted the most, but I couldn't get it, so I think it's over.