Argentina defender Nicolas Otamendi said he leaves international football with his 'head held high', insisting he gave everything every time he wore the national team jersey, as the veteran centre-back announced his retirement from the national team after more than 17 years of service. 'I leave with my head held high...': Argentina's Nicolas Otamendi

The 38-year-old, who earned 139 caps and won the FIFA World Cup and two Copa America titles with Argentina, described writing his farewell message as the hardest moment of his career.