End of an era: Lionel Messi plays final game with Argentina

The soccer world looks a bit different after Lionel Messi played his final game for Argentina. Read more trending news Messi, 39, scored one goal and had two assists in the 3-0 win over Benin, The Associated Press reported. The first goal of the match, which came in the second half, came from Messi to Nicholas Otamendi, who is also retiring. The second was a pass from Messi to Nico Paz. Messi scored the final goal himself with a penalty kick after Agustín Giay was fouled, stepping in to seal the win, The Athletic said. ¡Gol, gol, gooooool, histórico! 🐐 #Messi marca la último balón de su carrera como todo un crack. 🤩⚽#ÚltimoTango #ViX pic.twitter.com/lYtH0rHs9N ViX (@VIX) October 7, 2026It was his last time playing international soccer after 21 years, with 126 goals, two Copa América titles, and a World Cup. “It feels like an era is ending, knowing he won’t play for the national team anymore,” fan Valentino Ruso said. “I’m sad. I think everyone is upset today. He will be missed.”Mess