The famous Argentinian footballer Lionel Messi has decided to retire from international football.
According to foreign media reports, Messi will continue to represent the national team in the next few months to give his team a chance to improve, but he will not participate in any other World Cup in the future.
It is worth mentioning that the 39-year-old Messi performed impressively in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 8 goals and 4 assists and became the second top scorer of the tournament. After Argentina lost to Spain in the final, he did not make any announcement about his future.
According to media reports, the Argentine Football Association intends to organize a special and interesting match to say goodbye to Messi so that the fans can pay tribute to their greatest player in a memorable way.
A look at Lionel Messi’s career
Messi’s international career was full of ups and downs, after several final defeats and heavy criticism, he led Argentina to the most successful era in history.
Under his leadership, Argentina won the 2021 Copa America, 2022 Finalsima, 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2024 Copa America titles and also reached the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
According to reports, Messi’s retirement from international football will not be limited to a statement, but a historic farewell ceremony will be held for his glorious career.
