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Spain v Argentina: Final - FIFA World Cup 2026

"Football loses part of its soul": world's newspapers react to Messi bombshell

Emotional reactions in the farewell to Argentina's legend

Argentina v Switzerland: Quarter Final - FIFA World Cup 2026

The impossible man: Argentina's president bids farewell to Messi

Recognition from the highest levels of the state

Argentina trio to Messi: words fall short before your legacy, you are the greatest in history

Moving words from the historic captain

From harsh comparisons to the status of the greats: Messi leaves Argentina without a perfect ending

Escaping Maradona's shadow and building a lasting legacy

The Last Dance Is Over! Messi confirms Argentina retirement

Lionel Messi has officially called time on his legendary international career following Argentina's heartbreaking defeat in the World Cup final. The 39-year-old icon, widely regarded as the greatest player to ever grace the pitch, confirmed the news in an emotional statement that signals the end of a two-decade journey with La Albiceleste.