Lionel Messi announces retirement from international football

The Argentine legend announced that he will not play for the national team again, ending an illustrious international career.

"It was a decision that hurt - and still hurts deep down - but I understand that the time has come," Messi shared in a handwritten letter posted on Instagram.

The Argentina legend says he has "nothing left to give" to international football

Messi, who captained Argentina in his sixth World Cup campaign, confirmed the decision on Monday

'Decision that hurts': Lionel Messi retires from international football  ITVX

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football aged 39.

In an Instagram post, Messi said: “I leave with the peace of mind and pride of having given you – alongside my teammates – moments we once only dreamed of.”

In an Instagram post, Messi said: “I leave with the peace of mind and pride of having given you – alongside my teammates – moments we once only dreamed of.”

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Lionel Messi announces retirement from international football  lbc.co.uk

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football in a statement on Instagram.

Lionel Messi retires from international football after World Cup heartbreak  The Times

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football with the Argentina national team.

Argentina legend Lionel Messi ahs announced his retirement from international football through a social media post on Monday.

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