“Lionel Messi Ends Argentina Career With Goal in 3-0 Win Over Benin in Buenos Aires” — what this page in the network covers. Lionel Messi closed his legendary international career in fitting fashion, scoring in Argentina's 3-0 victory over Benin in Buenos Aires. The 37-year-old captain, who led La Albiceleste to World Cup glory in 2022 and back-to-back Copa América titles, called playing for Argentina "the most wonderful thing that can happen to you." The emotional night at Estadio Monumental saw Messi receive a standing ovation as he was substituted late in the match, his final act in the famous sky-blue and white stripes.
Messi ends his Argentina tenure with 112 goals in 191 appearances, the most in the nation's history, along with a record eight Ballon d'Or awards. His departure marks the end of an era for Argentine football, which now looks to a new generation of talent. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.