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Lionel Messi announced the end of his career with the Argentina national team

Lionel Messi has announced the end of his performances for the Argentina national team. The 39-year-old footballer announced his decision on social media a few weeks after the 2026 World Cup final, in which Argentina lost to Spain 0-1.

Lionel Messi. Photo: AP Photo/Jessica Tobia

"After the time that has passed since the final, and long reflections, I want to inform everyone that I am leaving the national team," Messi wrote.

According to the footballer, the decision was not easy for him, but he believes it is time to complete this stage of his career.

Messi debuted in the main Argentina national team in 2005 and played for it for over 20 years. His main achievement was winning the 2022 World Cup. In addition, together with the Argentina national team, Messi twice won the Copa América - in 2021 and 2024, and in 2022 became the winner of the Finalissima.

Messi's decision to stop playing for the national team was announced immediately after this year's World Cup final match, but at that time, it was more said out of emotion.

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