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Messi Retires From International Football, Argentina Legend Announces Career Decision
Lionel Messi retired from international football at age 39, ending a 21-year career with Argentina highlighted by winning the 2022 World Cup and participating in six World Cups, tying a record.
He played 207 games for Argentina, scoring 125 goals, becoming the country's all-time leading scorer.
Messi announced his international retirement on Instagram, expressing gratitude and pride for his national team journey, shortly after his father's death.
After 20 years of wearing Argentina's shirt, Lionel Missy put the curtain down on his international career, putting an end to one of the most extraordinary ball flights.