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Messi's Final Tango: Argentina Bids Farewell to Its Global Icon

Lionel Messi officially retired from international soccer on October 6, 2026, after a 3-0 friendly victory over Benin in Buenos Aires. The 39-year-old scored a penalty and provided two assists in his 208th cap, capping a 21-year career that included a 2022 World Cup title and two Copa América wins. The event, billed as 'the last tango,' drew over 85,000 fans to a sold-out stadium, marking the end of an era for the Argentine national team.

via AP News|

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sports2 days ago•14 min saved

Messi Retires from Argentina with 3-0 Win Over Benin in Emotional Buenos Aires Farewell

Lionel Messi concluded his 21-year international career on October 6, 2026, scoring a penalty and providing two assists in a 3-0 friendly victory over Benin at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires. The match, billed as 'The Last Tango,' marked his 208th cap and featured a massive crowd of over 85,000 fans. Despite a lackluster performance by the Argentine side, the event served as a national farewell, with Messi addressing the crowd and confirming his retirement from national duty while continuing his club career with Inter Miami.

via The Guardian|

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