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Lionel Messi scores in Argentina's final match against Benin

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Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Lionel Messi scores in Argentina's final match against Benin

Summary

Lionel Messi concluded his international career as Argentina defeated Benin 3-0 on October 6 in Buenos Aires. Messi scored from the penalty spot in the 71st minute and provided two assists for goals by Nicolas Tagliafico and Nico Paz. Following the match, a tribute featuring a drone show highlighted Messi's career, and artist Soledad Pastorutti performed "Brindis," a song linked to Messi and the national team. This performance followed Messi's request for Pastorutti to sing the song again after announcing his retirement, marking a meaningful send-off.

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By the Numbers

•Messi scores his final goal for Argentina from a penalty.
•Argentina wins 3-0 against Benin in the farewell match.
•Soledad Pastorutti performed "Brindis" after the match.
•The tribute included a drone show celebrating Messi's career.
•Messi requested the performance as part of his farewell.

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After Messi's international finale, there was a long tribute to his sensational career, with a drone show playing out his time with the national team and a subsequent musical performance before Messi gave a speech on the pitch.
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