Soccer-Messi eager to enjoy World Cup, says Argentina coach Scaloni

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - International Friendly - Argentina Training - Al Nahyan Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - November 14, 2022 Argentina's Lionel Messi during training REUTERS/Amr Alfiky

(Reuters) - Argentina forward Lionel Messi is relishing the build-up to the Qatar World Cup, head coach Lionel Scaloni said on Tuesday as he prepares the team for their warm-up clash with the United Arab Emirates in Abu Dhabi.

Argentina are looking to win their third world title and first since 1986 and Paris St Germain forward Messi will be expected to play a key role in their campaign.