Lionel Messi Era Comes to an End in the Argentina National Team
Star footballer Lionel Messi concluded his 21-year national team career with a friendly match against Benin in Buenos Aires.
Argentine football legend Lionel Messi bade farewell to the national jersey and completed his 21-year international career with a 3-0 friendly match victory against Benin in Buenos Aires.
Farewell with the Benin Match
Thirty-nine-year-old Lionel Messi capped off his national team career with a magnificent victory in the friendly match against Benin, scoring a penalty goal and providing assists for the other two goals.
The Balance Sheet of a Historic Career
During his 21-year national team journey, Messi appeared in 208 matches, scored 126 goals, and experienced two Copa América victories and one World Cup championship.
High Demand for the "Final Tango"
More than 85,000 tickets sold for the match, which the Argentine Football Association dubbed the "final tango" at Buenos Aires' largest stadium, sold out in 90 minutes.
Emotional Farewell Ceremony
Following the match, fans and teammates showed immense affection for Messi, while the experienced footballer could not hold back his tears on the field and expressed his gratitude to the fans.