Messi bids farewell to Argentina fans in emotional international finale
Summary
Lionel Messi played his last game for Argentina in Buenos Aires, scoring a goal and helping his team win 3-0 against Benin. The match was a special event where 85,000 fans gathered to celebrate Messi’s 21-year international career, highlighting his achievements including the 2022 World Cup win.Key Facts
- Lionel Messi ended his international career with Argentina on October 6, 2026.
- He scored his 126th international goal and assisted the first goal in a 3-0 win over Benin.
- The match took place at Buenos Aires' Monumental Stadium with 85,000 supporters attending.
- Messi played 208 international games, the most by any Argentine player.
- A minute-long tribute happened in the 10th minute, honoring Messi’s jersey number 10.
- Messi was visibly emotional, wiping tears as he arrived and at the end of the game.
- The University of Buenos Aires gave Messi an honorary doctorate before the match.
- A drone show displayed Messi’s image and thanked him after the final whistle.
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