Barcelona congratulates Lionel Messi after his final match with Argentina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 6:34 AM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Lionel Messi played his final match for Argentina on October 6, 2026, scoring a penalty in a 3-0 victory over Benin. After a distinguished international career, he announced his retirement from international football, marking the end of 20 years with the national team. FC Barcelona sent a message of congratulations, reflecting on his significant contributions to both the club and national team. Messi expressed deep emotions during his farewell speech, emphasizing gratitude and the honor of playing for Argentina.
- •Messi scored in his final match against Benin in Buenos Aires.
- •He retires after 208 appearances and 126 goals for Argentina.
- •Barcelona praised Messi's contributions to the Argentine jersey.
- •Messi expressed gratitude in an emotional farewell speech.
- •He reflects on wanting to continue but feels it is the right time to retire.
- 6:34 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona send message to Lionel Messi after emotional final match with Argentina
"The GOAT has hung up his international boots.
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