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‘Not here to be tourists in Argentina’: Benin keeper ahead of Messi’s farewell match

Benin goalkeeper Marcel Dandjinou has made it clear that Argentina’s farewell celebration for Lionel Messi will not stop his team from competing. As Benin prepare to face Argentina at the Monumental, the 28-year-old goalkeeper says his focus will be on…

Times of India

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 7:55 AM

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Benin goalkeeper Marcel Dandjinou stated Benin is traveling to Argentina to compete, not to act as tourists.
Dandjinou declared he will try to stop Lionel Messi from scoring, even denying any potential farewell penalty.
The 28-year-old goalkeeper dismissed media reports alleging poor preparation conditions and facilities in Buenos Aires.

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Benin goalkeeper Marcel Dandjinou stated that his team is not visiting Argentina merely as tourists for Lionel Messi's farewell match at the Monumental. Speaking ahead of the contest, the 28-year-old shot-stopper insisted that while playing against the legendary forward is a massive honor, Benin remains determined to compete fully.

Dandjinou, who plays club soccer for Kruger United in South Africa, dismissed reports regarding subpar team conditions in Buenos Aires. He also noted that he would not give Messi an easy goal or intentionally concede a late penalty as a farewell gift.

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‘Not here to be tourists in Argentina’: Benin keeper ahead of Messi’s farewell match

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