Lionel Messi says he is retiring from playing for Argentina

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August 31, 2026

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Lionel Messi says he is retiring from playing for Argentina

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Lionel Messi has ended his career as a player for the Argentine national team at 39 years old, after nearly two decades representing the national side.

Messi, who played in six World Cups, won the tournament in Qatar in 2022 and led Argentina to the final in 2026 losing to Spain.

"It was a decision that hurt – and still hurts deeply – but I understand that the time has come," Messi said on his official Instagram account.

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