Barcelona send message to Lionel Messi after emotional final match with Argentina

FC Barcelona congratulated Lionel Messi following his final international appearance for Argentina. The former Blaugrana forward officially retired from international football after playing in a 3-0 victory against Benin in Buenos Aires, where he converted a penalty kick. Following the match, Barcelona honored their legendary former player on social media, praising his historic and memorable career with the national team.

Messi concluded his international career with 126 goals in 208 appearances for Argentina. Speaking to supporters after the match, an emotional Messi expressed immense gratitude, stating that wearing the national jersey for over two decades was an honor, while acknowledging that stepping away from international competition marks the right time despite the emotional pain.