Messi plays his final game with Argentina, marking the end of an era - The Washington Post
Lionel Messi has played his final match for the Argentina national team, marking the conclusion of a historic era in international football. The event took place at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires.
Why it matters
Messi's retirement from international play signifies the end of a transformative period for Argentine and global football.
Lionel Messi took to the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires on Tuesday evening for one…
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