Lionel Messi Plays Official Farewell Match for Argentina in Buenos Aires
Lionel Messi played his official farewell match for the Argentine national team in Buenos Aires, contributing a penalty and two assists in a 3-0 victory over Benin during an international friendly at the Monumental Stadium.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, October 7, 2026 —
Lionel Messi, the celebrated Argentine football star, participated in his official farewell match for the Argentine national team. The friendly international took place in Buenos Aires at the Monumental Stadium.
During the match against Benin, Messi made a significant impact on the game. He successfully converted a penalty kick and provided two assists, contributing directly to three goals for his team. The final score of the match was a 3-0 victory for Argentina.
The specific date of this farewell match was not provided in the summary. Details regarding the full lineup for both teams, specific timings of Messi’s contributions, or any official statements from Messi or the Argentine Football Association concerning his departure from the national team were also not included in the provided information. The match was described as an international friendly, with the venue being the well-known Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires.
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