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Updated 07/10/2026, 11:00:08 UTC

Messi is drawing attention across 3 news outlets right now. The reports below are the current coverage, newest first.

The coverage

Messi marks tearful Argentina farewell with goal: Wish I could play forever

Lionel Messi marked his 208th and final game for Argentina with his 126th goal as his country bid an emotional farewell to the global icon.

SportsSky Sports2m ago

Messi ends Argentina career with goal on emotional night

Lionel Messi described playing for Argentina as "the most wonderful thing that can happen to you" after ending his international career with a goal in a 3-0 win over Benin in Buenos Aires.

WorldAl Jazeera2h ago

Head coach Scaloni’s emotional farewell to ‘irreplaceable’ Messi

Argentina’s head coach Lionel Scaloni said it was an ‘emotional day’ as Lionel Messi ends his international career.

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