Lionel Messi bids farewell to the Argentina National Team with the Benin match
Argentine footballer Lionel Messi concluded his international career with a 3-0 victory against Benin.
Lionel Messi, the legendary figure of Argentine football, took to the pitch for the last time in the national jersey in the match against Benin, experiencing an emotional farewell as he ended his career.
Last Match in the National Team
A long-standing era in the Argentina National Team came to an end with Lionel Messi's match against Benin. The Argentine star played his final match in the national team jersey and said goodbye to his fans.
Emotional Moments and Send-off
As the team bus headed to the Monumental Stadium, Argentine fans showed intense affection for Lionel Messi. Watching outside from the bus, the superstar experienced emotional moments and could not hold back his tears.
Match Details and Celebration
In the match where Argentina defeated Benin 3-0, Lionel Messi played with 1 goal and 2 assists. In the 10th minute of the match, play was stopped, and Messi was honored with applause alongside a fireworks display at the stadium.
Messi's Farewell Statements
Making statements after the match, Lionel Messi stated that he was experiencing one of the saddest days of his life. Stating that he had competed for 20 years, the player expressed that he would no longer be on the field in the Argentina jersey and that the time for retirement had come.
Historic Records and Achievements
Experiencing victories in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the 2021 and 2024 Copa America, and the 2022 Finalissima in the latter period of his career, Messi made history for Argentina with 208 matches and 126 goals. He also holds the position of the player with the most appearances and wins in the World Cup.