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Gasperini restricts Dybala from attending Messi's farewell match in Argentina

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 8:35 PM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Gasperini restricts Dybala from attending Messi's farewell match in Argentina

Summary

Lionel Messi is set to play his final match for Argentina on October 6th against Benin. He has invited Paulo Dybala, who was part of the 2022 World Cup-winning team, to attend. However, Roma's coach Gian Piero Gasperini has not approved Dybala's trip. The team has a four-day vacation starting soon, but it remains uncertain if Dybala can join Messi, pending Gasperini’s decision. Sources suggest Dybala is eager to go but must handle Gasperini carefully to avoid conflict with an upcoming match against Como.

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By the Numbers

•Messi's final match for Argentina is scheduled for October 6.
•Dybala received an invitation from Messi but needs Gasperini's approval.
•Gasperini has not yet confirmed if Dybala can attend.
•Roma's vacation begins shortly, increasing the urgency of the decision.
•Dybala aims to balance team obligations with the opportunity to honor Messi.

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8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Gasperini unwilling to let Dybala attend Messi farewell in Argentina

What they're saying

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Lionel Messi will play his final career match for Argentina on October 6th against Benin. An absolute champion, some consider him the greatest player of all time, others rank him behind Maradona, but ...
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