Messi Set for Argentina Farewell in October 6 Friendly Against Benin
Argentina's football federation says the match will mark Lionel Messi's 208th and final appearance for the national team.
Lionel Messi is set to make his farewell appearance for the Argentina national football team in a friendly against Benin on October 6, according to Argentina's football federation.
The match will mark Messi's 208th appearance for the Albiceleste, the federation said, describing it as the conclusion of his international career.
Argentina football's chief said the occasion would provide Messi with "the farewell he truly deserves," according to the federation's statement.
Messi has been a central figure for Argentina for nearly two decades, and his eventual departure from international football has been widely anticipated following the team's World Cup victory in 2022.
Further details about the friendly, including its venue and broadcast arrangements, have not yet been disclosed.
Sources
- Lionel Messi set for Argentina farewell in October 6 friendly against Benin — Al Jazeera — All
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