Messi scores penalty in final international match for Argentina

Lionel Messi scored a penalty in the 71st minute during his final match for Argentina, which took place on October 6 against Benin. The game was held at Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, where Messi had announced his international retirement in August. His goal came after contributions from teammates Nicolás Otamendi and Nico Paz, who both found the net earlier in the second half, giving Argentina a 3-0 lead. Messi's international career concludes with a record 126 goals and 208 appearances for his country.

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