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Lionel Messi’s iconic No. 10 Argentina shirt can’t be retired because of a FIFA regulation

Argentina fans are pushing to retire Lionel Messi's No. 10 jersey for good, but a FIFA regulation on squad numbering stands in the way.
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Report: Argentina’s first post-Lionel Messi friendlies to be played entirely on home soil

Argentina's first matches since Lionel Messi's national team retirement are reportedly set to be played entirely on home soil.
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Lionel Messi to be honored across Argentine league following national team retirement

AFA will pause every match in Argentine football to honor Lionel Messi after his national team retirement.
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Lionel Scaloni reportedly set to release first Argentina squad of post-Messi era as China game collapses

With the friendly against China collapsing, Lionel Scaloni is reportedly set to release the first Argentina squad list of the post-Lionel Messi era in the coming days.
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Lionel Messi’s No. 10 heir for Argentina reportedly decided by Lionel Scaloni if contract is renewed

With a final decision pending on his renewal, Lionel Scaloni has reportedly chosen the Argentina player who will inherit Lionel Messi's No. 10 if he continues as head coach.
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Lionel Messi leaves behind an impressive unbeaten record at River Plate’s Monumental with Argentina

Lionel Messi's international career included a perfect record at River Plate's Monumental, never once losing with Argentina at the historic venue.
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Lionel Messi’s retirement leaves many possible successors for Argentina’s No. 10 shirt

With Lionel Messi's retirement from the Argentina national team, several players could be in line to inherit the iconic No. 10 shirt.
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Lionel Messi’s national team retirement could prompt Leandro Paredes to follow in his footsteps

Leandro Paredes hinted he could follow Lionel Messi's lead and step away from the Argentina national team, admitting a decision on his future won't be easy.
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Lionel Messi’s Argentina farewell sparks fresh Cristiano Ronaldo mystery as truth on social media retirement message emerges

A message supposedly connected to the Portuguese superstar has begun circulating online, creating fresh intrigue around the final chapter of Messi's international story and the relationship between two players who defined an era.
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Lionel Messi’s international farewell set to trigger Argentina captaincy change as successor emerges

The legendary forward's departure brings an end to an era defined by trophies, unforgettable moments, and a captain who became synonymous with the national team, while a new figure now appears ready to take on the responsibility.
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Report: Argentina could hand Lionel Messi a farewell match during next FIFA window

Argentina could organize a farewell match for Lionel Messi during the next FIFA window, according to reports, though the idea still depends on Messi's willingness.
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Lionel Messi’s Argentina retirement leaves Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of goals against most different national teams out of reach

With Lionel Messi announcing his retirement from Argentina national team, Cristiano Ronaldo's record of goals against most different national teams will be without contention.
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Lionel Messi vs Diego Maradona: Stats comparison between Argentina legends following Messi’s retirement

With Lionel Messi putting his international career to rest and his stats finalized, comparisons with Diego Maradona have begun to arise.
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How Lionel Messi’s international record compares to Cristiano Ronaldo following Argentina retirement

With Lionel Messi announcing his retirement from the Argentina national team, fans are wondering how his numbers compare to Cristiano Ronaldo's on the international stage.
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Lionel Messi retires from international soccer: How many titles did he win with Argentina?

Lionel Messi has officially said goodbye to the Argentina national team. Here is a full recap of the titles he won while representing La Albiceleste.