Lionel Messi is confident in his status as one of soccer's biggest legends in history even if he never wins a World Cup.
"I think there are many players considered the best ever without a World Cup," Messi said.
"But obviously winning a World Cup is a positive and it would be very special.
"I hope we are in Rio [the venue for the final of Brazil 2014] enjoying the day there. Hopefully, we can reach that final."
Argentina is not considered one of the favorites, but they certainly could go on a run in the knockout stage.
Some have suggested Messi's focus with Barcelona this season has been impacted by the World Cup.
"The truth is I don't think about it much," Messi insisted. "I can't imagine but I know Brazil will be full of Argentines since it’s so close.
"There is the desire to realize the dreams people have."