Lionel Messi’s Full Argentina Record, Every Trophy Won

Lionel Messi’s Full Argentina Record, Every Trophy Won  Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi has retired from international football at age 39, ending a 21‑year Argentina career that delivered every major trophy available and cemented him as the country’s most‑capped player and all‑time leading goalscorer. His decision, confirmed in a statement written shortly after Argentina’s World Cup final def

Residents of Buenos Aires say they will miss the football legend who won the 2022 World Cup for Argentina.

After 207 games and 125 goals, Lionel Messi will no longer represent the Argentine team.

The Argentinian’s decision to quit international football was met by an outpouring of affection from the country he led to World Cup glory in 2022 Anyone who was present at Lionel Scaloni’s press conference immediately after the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey on 19 July and saw his tears, the

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Now, Messi and Djokovic do have a lot in common. Both came from impoverished backgrounds and became the greatest ever to play their respective sports. Both were even born in the same year, just 33 days apart. Both chased dreams that seemed unattainable, with families who bet their futures on their children’s success. B

Lionel Messi retires from the Argentina national team leaving behind a historic thorn he could never remove  MARCA

Messi first wore Argentina’s No. 10 on March 28, 2009, during Diego Maradona’s time as national-team coach. He wore the shirt for the first time in a 4-0 victory over Venezuela, and it soon became inseparable from his identity. Whenever Messi was available, the No. 10 belonged to him.

Lionel Messi has confirmed his retirement from international football after more than 20 years of a career that started with Argentina’s U-20 team and ended with him as the senior national team captain. Messi, who announced his retirement on Monday, said he had given his country his best and had “nothing more to give.”

The man who had delivered some of his country's greatest football memories realised he simply had nothing left to give

After more than two decades, Lionel Messi is bringing his highly decorated international career to an end.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi retires from international football.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi retires from international football.

Lionel Messi: The immigrant who never forgot his homeland  CNN

Team-mates, football authorities and public figures paid tribute to the player many consider the greatest of all time. Leer más

The Argentinian legend announced his retirement from international football on social media.

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Aug 31 : Argentina's Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international soccer on Monday.The following are quotes and reactions:CLAUDIO TAPIA, ARGENTINE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT "The captain of our dreams. That kid, 'La Pulga', that alien who made possible what so often seemed impossible... You are already

Lionel Messi has retired from international football at 39, ending a remarkable 21-year career with Argentina just weeks after leading the team to the 2026 World Cup final. He leaves as the nation’s record appearance holder and top scorer.

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Former Argentina forward Lionel Messi  Reuters

Lionel Messi’s retirement from the national soccer team, though widely expected, sparked fears of a diminished squad, and heartbreak over the departure of a national icon.

Lionel Messi retires from international football after posting emotional statement  GB News

By the numbers: A look at Lionel Messi’s 21 years with Argentina  Toronto Star

Here's what Messi said in his international retirement statement.

Argentina superstar Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international soccer on Monday, ending 21 years of national-team duty that were capped by winning the World Cup in 2022 to secure his place in the pantheon of the game's greatest ever players.

Messi Retires From the National Team: Who Will Replace Him?  Forbes

Lionel Messi said on Monday he is retiring from international football after leading Argentina to a second successive World Cup final in July.

He said he wrote his retirement letter after the World Cup final in July, but waited to publish it because his father was facing health issues that eventually claimed his life.

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international soccer on Monday after two decades representing Argentina. "It was a decision that hurt — and still hurts deeply — but I understand that the time has come," the 39-year-old Messi said on his Instagram account. PHOTOS: Spain wins the

Messi played in a record-tying six World Cups, won it in 2022 in Qatar and led Argentina to this year's final, losing to Spain in extra time in New Jersey.

Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina's national soccer team on Monday via social media. Messi still plays for Inter Miami CF.

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

Argentina's Lionel Messi will retire from international soccer, ending a legendary, record-breaking tenure, he announced Monday on Instagram.

Lionel Messi revealed the emotional decision to retire from Argentina's national team after six World Cups and 98 international goals scored.

He ends his career as a player for the Argentine national team at 39 years old, after nearly two decades representing the national side

Lionel Messi Says He's Retiring From Playing For Argentina  HuffPost

Lionel Messi has ended his career as a player for the Argentine national team at 39 years old, after nearly two decades representing the national side.

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

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

Lionel Messi has ended his career as a player for the Argentine national team at 39 years old, after two decades representing the national side. Messi, who played in six World Cups, won the tournament in Qatar 2022 and led Argentina to the final in 2026 losing to Spain. He made his debut for the Argentina national team

Little sorcerer calls time on playing for his country six weeks after World Cup final defeat which was marred by brutality of his team-mates

He made 207 appearances and scored 125 goals for Argentina.

Lionel Messi says retiring from international football  Dawn

The announcement comes just weeks after the death of his father Jorge.

Lionel Messi says he’s retiring from playing for Argentina  AP News

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

Argentina great Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that "hurt" but he understands "the time has come".

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football with immediate effect.The 39-year-old captained Argentina to the final of last month’s World Cup in New York, but he was unable to prevent his nation losing 1-0 to Spain and it proved to be the final match of his international career.Handed a senior

Skip to contentMonday, August 31, 2026Keep reading by creating a free account or signing in.Sign outKeep reading by creating a free account or signing in.Sign outWiresApLionel Messi says he's retiring from playing for Argentina Associated PressPublished Aug. 31, 2026, 11:20 a.m. ETBUENOS AIRES (AP) — Lionel Messi says

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

Messi retires from international football with incredible goal record  talkSPORT

Messi has called time on his Argentina career after defeat to Spain in July’s World Cup final