Paredes suggests Messi may have played last game for Argentina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 2:26 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Leandro Paredes indicated that Lionel Messi may have decided to retire from international soccer following Argentina's World Cup run. Paredes expressed his disappointment, noting their desire for Messi to continue representing the national team. Messi's tournament performance included eight goals and a runner-up finish in the Golden Boot race. Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni mentioned uncertainty about Messi's post-World Cup plans, stating he has no insight. Meanwhile, Messi is expected to continue his career with Inter Miami in MLS, under contract through 2028.
- •Leandro Paredes hints at Messi's international retirement after the World Cup.
- •Messi had a strong tournament, scoring eight goals.
- •Argentina lost the World Cup final to Spain.
- •Lionel Scaloni is unsure about Messi's future plans.
- •Messi will reportedly continue with Inter Miami in MLS until 2028.
- 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Messi may have played last Argentina game, Paredes reveals
"Lionel Messi may have already decided to retire from international soccer, according to Argentina teammate Leandro Paredes.
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