Lionel Messi has officially announced his retirement from international football, bringing an extraordinary 21 year career with Argentina to an end.
The 39 year old finishes his international career with 207 appearances and 125 goals, while leading Argentina to the 2022 FIFA World Cup and two Copa América titles.
Messi’s final appearance for Argentina came in the 2026 World Cup final, where Argentina were defeated by Spain.
“I’ve given everything I had; I have nothing left to give,” Messi wrote in his announcement.
After more than two decades representing his country, one of the greatest international careers in football history has come to an end.
Source: The Guardian
