Ikhtisar Al Arabi Irbid

The final chapters of the story

The timing raises questions

A familiar gesture: this time for an Argentina legend

Lionel Messi is preparing to step onto the pitch in the famous blue and white stripes for the final time, marking the end of a legendary international career. As the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner readies himself for a farewell friendly against Benin, one of his closest friends and former teammates has led the global tributes.