Man City and Argentina striker Carlos Tevez.

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina -- Argentina striker Carlos Tevez may consider retiring from international play before the 2014 World Cup in Brazil because of the physical toll on his body.

The 26-year-old Tevez said he has been worn down by the exhausting nature of the game and all the league and national team matches. He has played for Boca Juniors, Corinthians, West Ham, Manchester United -- and now Manchester City.

"I'm tired. I'm 26 -- I'm old," Tevez said after scoring Tuesday in Argentina's 4-1 victory over World Cup winner Spain.

Tevez didn't suggest he would retire immediately from international play, which is good news for Argentina as it prepares to host next year's Copa America -- the continental championship.

"I'm still into it; to play, to be there," he said. "But I don't know if I will make it until 2014. I don't know. In reality, I think it will be tough."

"To be on the national team you have to be 100 per cent and play with all you have. I'm not blaming anyone. It's my issue. It's a physical question. You can't play on the national team at 60 per cent."