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Lionel Messi Bids Farewell to Argentina in Final International Match
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Firstpost•07-10-2026, 09:49
Lionel Messi Bids Farewell to Argentina in Final International Match
- •Lionel Messi played his final international match for Argentina on Tuesday, marking the end of a legendary 21-year career with the national team.
- •Messi scored a penalty and assisted two other goals in a 3-0 victory over Benin during a farewell event billed as the last tango.
- •Over 85,000 fans packed the stadium in Buenos Aires to honor the player who brought Argentina two Copa América titles and a World Cup championship.
- •Despite early skepticism from fans who compared him to Diego Maradona, Messi ultimately united the nation and achieved mythical status through his triumphs.
- •While Messi will continue playing for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer, his era of carrying Argentina's hopes on the international stage has officially closed.
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Lionel Messi played his final international match for Argentina against Benin on Tuesday in Buenos Aires.
Lionel Messi finished his international career with 126 goals across 21 years with the national team.
Lionel Messi continues his professional club career playing in Major League Soccer for Inter Miami.
