Argentina World Cup captain Lionel Messi and his national side teammates had apparently told coach Jorge Sampaoli after the Croatian match that they no longer trusted the now sacked manager, according to a new book.

Argentina coach Jorge Sampaoli is heading for the exit door following his team's World Cup elimination by France, reports says.

Did Argentina’s estranged coach Jorge Sampaoli ask captain Lionel Messi whether to bring on Sergio Aguero during the must-win match against Nigeria?

Argentina coach Jorge Sampaoli had words of praise for all his players but especially for his captain and star man Lionel Messi after their victory against Nigeria which ensured that the Albiceleste avoided an embarrassing Group Stage exit.