The Aporia · Lionel Messi scores final goal in emotional farewell to Argentina

Lionel Messi played his last match for Argentina's national team, scoring a penalty and assisting two other goals as they won 3-0 against Benin in a friendly game at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires. This was Messi’s 208th international appearance and his 126th goal for the country, both of which are records. Post-match, Messi expressed his love and pride for Argentina to the crowd.

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Lionel Messi will play his final match for Argentina in a friendly against Benin at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires on October 6. The game is set to kick off at 8pm local time (1am UK time). With over two decades of service, Messi, now 39 years old, will bow out as the country's record appearance-maker and top scorer with 125 goals. The match marks a symbolic passing of the torch from an era defined by Messi to one where players like Cristian Romero, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernández, Julian Alvarez, and Lautaro Martinez take center stage. A special commemorative shirt featuring gold details and Messi’s personal logo will be worn during the farewell game. The match will also highlight Argentina's recent successes, including a World Cup title in 2022 and two Copa América trophies.

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“Both articles describe Lionel Messi's final match for Argentina against Benin on October 6, 2026.”

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Lionel Messi scores penalty in final Argentina game against Benin In short: Lionel Messi has played his final match for Argentina, scoring a penalty and setting up two other goals in a 3-0 friendly win over Benin. Messi played his 208th international and scored his 126th goal for Argentina, both records, at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires.

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🔮 After the game he told the crowd: "I love all of you, and I will miss all of you.

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Lionel Messi scores penalty in final Argentina game against Benin In short: Lionel Messi has played his final match for Argentina, scoring a penalty and setting up two other goals in a 3-0 friendly win over Benin. Messi played his 208th international and scored his 126th goal for Argentina, both records, at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires. asserted

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