Argentine coach Diego Simeone praised his compatriot Lionel Messi.

Argentina has not won the World Cup since 1986, when it led to the victory of Diego Maradona.

Messi was close to this, but four years ago lost with the team in the German final 0: 1.

"Messi is undoubtedly the best player in the world. He can inspire the team, and if she did not give the best match - he can show the best game, "- said Simeone The Coaches' Voice.

"He is the key football player of the national team, which defines everything. He controls the pace of the game, it should be done by everyone in the attack ".

"Leo knows all the players. Like it or not, but it's very important ".

Argentina will play in Group D with Iceland, Nigeria and Croatia.