Mourinho to Messi: 'Your absence will change the Copa America and the World Cup'

José Mourinho reacted to Lionel Messi's announcement of his international retirement, stating that the upcoming Copa America and World Cup will not be the same without him. Messi, 39, made this decision after 207 caps and 125 goals for Argentina, with his last appearance being in the 2026 World Cup final. Coach Lionel Scaloni will now have to rebuild the national team without its historic captain, while the Argentine press pays tribute with an 'eternal thank you'.