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September 16, 2026
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Messi set for emotional Argentina farewell in Benin friendly

Messi set for emotional Argentina farewell in Benin friendly

Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina’s squad for a farewell friendly against Benin on October 6, expected to be his final international appearance...

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Lionel Messi is set to play his final match for the Argentine national team on October 6 against Benin in Buenos Aires, marking an emotional farewell after his international retirement announcement.

  • This friendly will be Messi's 208th and final appearance for Argentina.
  • The match will feature Lionel Messi, the symbol of the national team, and all of Argentina's 2022 World Cup winners.
  • Argentine FA president Claudio Tapia stated the event is designed for Messi to receive the farewell he "truly deserves."

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