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FA president comments on Messi's international future with Argentina

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 4:20 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

FA president comments on Messi's international future with Argentina

Summary

Argentina Football Association president Claudio Tapia stated that Lionel Messi's decision about retiring from international football is solely up to him. Tapia expressed hope that Messi will continue playing following a successful World Cup, where he scored eight goals and contributed four assists, leading Argentina to the final. Argentina plans to schedule friendly matches in the September-October window, with their next major tournament being the 2028 Copa América. Questions remain about Messi's commitment amidst his age and upcoming competitions.

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By the Numbers

•Claudio Tapia emphasizes Messi's retirement decision is personal.
•Messi excelled during the 2026 World Cup, scoring eight goals.
•Argentina is expected to play friendlies this fall.
•The national team targets the 2028 Copa América as their next major event.
•Messi will turn 43 during the 2030 World Cup.

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4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Will Messi retire from Argentina? FA president says it's up to Inter Miami star

What they're saying

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While Argentina awaits Lionel Messi's decision about his international future, the AFA president says it's a choice only the superstar can make.
— Yahoo Sports

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