Lionel Messi, the scandal exposed

Benin head coach Gernot Rohr revealed disappointment after Argentina's squad and security refused to interact or exchange jerseys with his players following Lionel Messi's farewell match. Messi scored a penalty as Argentina defeated Benin 3-0 at the Monumental stadium in Buenos Aires.

Rohr explained that security blocked the Benin team from entering the hallway, preventing any shirt swaps or photos with Messi. Despite securing Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni's signature on a 2018 jersey, Rohr expressed regret over the lack of sharing during the historic occasion.