Football star Lionel Messi played his final international match for Argentina, leading the team to a 3-0 victory against Benin at the Monumental stadium in Buenos Aires.
Key points
- Lionel Messi contributed a goal from a penalty and delivered two assists during the 3-0 victory over Benin.
- The 39-year-old forward concludes a 21-year international career featuring two Copa América titles and a World Cup championship.
- The farewell match drew an sold-out crowd of 85,000 to Buenos Aires as part of a national tribute dubbed 'the last tango'.
Why it matters
Lionel Messi's retirement from international football concludes a historic 21-year career with Argentina's national team, marking the end of an era for global football.
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