Argentina and Lionel Messi are both at their lowest point this century.They're on the brink of World Cup humiliation, with Messi experiencing widespread criticism for the first time in his prestigious career.Despite the fact he dragged Argentina to Russia with a hat trick against Ecuador, fans are beginning to question his greatness.It seems farcical to do so after just two games, with Nigeria's 2-0 win over Iceland handing the South American side an enormous lifeline.Beat the Super Eagles next Tuesday and they should make it to the last-16, barring an Iceland miracle v Croatia.But Cristiano Ronaldo's exploits in Russia - four goals and counting - have not exactly helped Messi's cause.There are few arguments in support of Argentina and Leo, but one Twitter user has posted a fascinating thread on the subject.Due to the fact the thread is 15 tweets long, we're unable to list all of them, so we've cherry-picked the best six.
If you wish to view the entirety of @migerucb's thread, simply click on the first tweet and scroll down.
SUPPORT FOR ARGENTINA & MESSI
All great points that have been lost in the chaos of Argentina's implosion v Croatia.
The team right now is not the superpower it's portrayed to be, with Messi being the only real saving grace over the years.
If anything, Argentina have overachieved in an era where they've been consistently attack-heavy and relying solely on the Barcelona legend for much of their success.
The team right now is undoubtedly the worst it's been for some time, which stems from past failures.
Aside from Messi, Sergio Aguero and perhaps Nicolas Otamendi, few of the XI that started against Croatia would make it into other top International teams.
Tottenham and Argentina legend Osvaldo Ardiles posted a perfect tweet on the matter after the 3-0 loss.
It read: "Messi. All the Argentine decline of the last times was disguised by this incomparable genius that we were fortunate that was born in Argentina.
"But even for him it was too much at the end of the day. Leo: Thank you so much for everything. And a lot of luck in your future."
It's not all over yet, but you feel confirmation of that isn't far away...