Xavi talked about critical it is for Lionel Messi to frequently touch the ball to keep him engaged in the match.

Argentina has sometimes struggled with their balance incorporating Messi.

"Barcelona and the Argentine national team cannot afford to allow 10 minutes to pass in a game without Leo Messi touching the ball," Xavi said.

"Leo Messi has to be involved in the game. He has to be where things are happening, where the ball is. In addition, he's going to get pissed off.

"If he doesn't touch the ball for five minutes, you have to bring him to where the ball is. He has to participate in the play."