SportsPublished: 7 October 2026 at 08:57

Messi scores in farewell as Argentina beat Benin

Lionel Messi scored in his final match for Argentina, a 3-0 friendly victory over Benin. He was given a full tribute before and after the game.

Foto: France 24

Lionel Messi played his last match for the Argentina national team on Tuesday, 6 October 2026. In a friendly in Buenos Aires, Argentina defeated Benin 3-0.

Messi marked the occasion with a goal, scoring from the penalty spot and celebrating Argentina's third. A full tribute was paid to him both before and after the match.

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