Ronaldinho has shared a poignant tribute to his former Barcelona protege Lionel Messi following the legendary forward's emotional decision to retire from international football. The Brazilian icon, who acted as a mentor to the young Argentine during his early years at Camp Nou, reflected on their unique bond and the incredible legacy Messi leaves behind with the Albiceleste.
Nicolas Otamendi and Exequiel Palacios expressed immense gratitude following Lionel Messi's final match for Argentina. Otamendi revealed his delight at scoring from a Messi assist during the 3-0 victory against Benin.
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.
