Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has opened up about the immense emotional weight surrounding Lionel Messi's final match for the national team. The legendary playmaker bid farewell to the international stage following a victory over Benin, marking the end of an era that redefined Argentine football history.
Former MLS star Shaka Hislop has explained to GOAL why an ‘MSN’ reunion for Neymar, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez at Inter Miami may not be beneficial to the North American game as a whole. There have been plenty of rumours to suggest that a Brazilian superstar could link up with a couple of former Barcelona team-mates in South Florida when becoming a free agent.
Lionel Messi has officially called time on his legendary international career, bidding a tearful goodbye to the Argentina national team at the Estadio Monumental. The Inter Miami superstar used his final moments on the pitch to address the stinging criticism and conspiracy theories that followed the Albiceleste’s World Cup 2026 final defeat to Spain.
Lionel Messi plays his final international match in the shirt of the Argentina national team. On an emotional and otherwise successful evening for the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, there are also a few sour notes.
Enzo Fernandez was reduced to tears during Lionel Messi's emotional farewell speech at the Monumental Stadium. The Manchester City midfielder subsequently published a moving open letter detailing how he transformed from a teenage fan into a world champion alongside his idol.
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni offered a heart-felt assessment of Lionel Messi following the captain's final international match. Scaloni admitted that replacing the forward's unique brilliant aura will be an impossible challenge for the coaching staff.
Lionel Messi has officially ended his glittering international career after scoring in his final appearance for Argentina. The legendary captain delivered an emotional address at the Monumental Stadium, thanking supporters and reflecting on his 21-year journey.
