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Buenos Aires, Oct. 7, 24HourNews – Football legend Lionel Messi has officially brought his illustrious international career to an end, drawing the curtain on a journey that defined an era for Argentina.
The World Cup winner was given an emotional farewell as Argentina celebrated their iconic captain in front of thousands of fans who thronged the stadium to honour him.
It was a night filled with tears, tributes and thunderous applause as teammates, former stars and supporters paid glowing tribute to the man who carried the hopes of a nation for nearly two decades.
Messi, who led La Albiceleste to Copa America glory in 2021 and ended the country’s 36-year wait for the FIFA World Cup in Qatar 2022, leaves the stage as Argentina’s greatest ever and one of football’s most decorated icons.
From his debut in 2005 to lifting the World Cup, Messi made 180+ appearances, scored over 100 goals and inspired a generation with his magic, humility and leadership.
In his farewell speech, an emotional Messi thanked the Argentine people for their unwavering support through the highs and lows of his international career.
Tributes have since poured in from across the football world, with fans describing his exit as the end of an era.