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Lionel Messi has brought his international career with Argentina to an emotional close, describing his departure from the national team as one of the most difficult moments of his football journey.
The Argentine captain made his final appearance in a 3-0 victory over Benin at the Monumental Stadium, scoring once and providing two assists as supporters gave him a memorable farewell.
Reflecting on his long spell with the national team, Messi said representing Argentina had been one of the greatest honours of his career and admitted that saying goodbye was difficult.
The 39-year-old said he would have preferred to keep playing for Argentina forever but acknowledged that the time had come to step aside and allow younger players to take over.
Messi ends his international career as Argentina’s record appearance holder and highest goalscorer, having led the country to major triumphs including the Copa América and the 2022 World Cup.
