Lionel Messi, soccer world champion, retiring from playing for Argentina

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 announces retirement from Argentina with emotional farewell video  MARCA

At 39, eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi announced on Instagram that he was ending his international football career, which has seen him win a World Cup and two Copa America titles for Argentina.

At 39, eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi announced on Instagram that he was ending his international football career, which has seen him win a World Cup and two Copa America titles for Argentina.

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international soccer after 21 years representing Argentina

Elsewhere, it's a full day of Monday action across Europe Aug 31, 2026 at 12:50 pm ET • 4 min read One of sports' most storied chapters is officially coming to a close. Lionel Messi announced his international retirement after two decades of representing Argentina, unequivocally leaving the national team as its best-ev

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

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.

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

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

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

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football in a lengthy statement, bringing an end to his Argentina career after a record 207 appearances and 125 goals

Messi led Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022, but his side lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 final.

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.

Argentina legend dazzled throughout summer tournament but finished with a silver medal

The decision comes shortly after the death of his father, Jorge Messi, which prompted the former Barcelona player to consider his future.

National team skipper announces he is retiring from international football after leading Argentina to a second successive World Cup final; "It was a decision that hurt and still hurts deep in my soul but I understand that it is the right time," he reveals in post on Instagram. Leer más

He made 207 appearances and scored 125 goals for Argentina.

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

Lionel Messi announces Argentina retirement  USA Today

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

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

Lionel Messi says he’s retiring from playing for Argentina  Toronto Star

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

Lionel Messi retires from international football as Argentina's greatest-ever player  GB News

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

Argentina great’s last game was in World Cup final Player’s father Jorge passed away earlier in August Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international duty with Argentina after winning 207 caps. Messi, who made his Argentina debut in 2005, won the World Cup in 2022 and was a runner-up this summer and in

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

Argentina legend Lionel Messi announces international retirement  ESPN

Confirming his retirement from international duty on Monday, the Inter Miami star said he realised "the time has come".