Official: Lionel Messi announces his international retirement with Argentina

Author: senenews.comPublished on: August 31, 2026Country: Argentina

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Official: Lionel Messi announces his international retirement with Argentina

Lionel Messi announced his international retirement with Argentina on August 31, 2026, ending a career spanning over two decades. With 207 caps and 125 goals, he leaves a legacy highlighted by a World Cup victory in 2022 and two Copa América titles. His decision follows the 2026 World Cup final, where Argentina lost to Spain. Messi is the most capped player and the all-time leading scorer for the Argentine national team.

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