‘In my heart until I die’: Argentina says a tearful thank you to Lionel Messi
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
FULL LIST: Messi’s achievements, four unwanted records with Argentina
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.”
Lionel Messi says he's retiring from playing for Argentina
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
🔴 Lionel Messi retires from Argentina national team after 21 years
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
Lionel Messi says he's retiring from playing for Argentina
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