After his last appearance for the national team, Messi paid tribute to the late icon and revealed how he still believes Maradona has helped Argentina, adding another deeply personal detail to a farewell filled with emotion.

Lionel Scaloni hints he will continue as Argentina coach after Lionel Messi's farewell, as talks reportedly advance on an extension through the 2030 World Cup.

Argentina holds second place in the latest FIFA ranking after Lionel Messi's farewell, while Portugal climbs two spots to fifth despite the turmoil around Cristiano Ronaldo.

Cristiano Ronaldo sent Lionel Messi a message of respect after his retirement from Argentina.

The Inter Miami talisman has already begun to orchestrate his next monumental chapter, laying the enduring foundations for a future that will forever intertwine his immortal legacy with the very soul of the beautiful game.

Lionel Messi has officially brought his storied international career with Argentina to an end, accompanying his final appearance with an emotional farewell message to the nation.

In the 68th minute of his farewell match against Benin, Lionel Messi scored his 126th international goal for La Albiceleste.

Lionel Messi was moved to tears during Argentina's national anthem just before his farewell match against Benin at the Monumental.

With Lionel Messi bidding farewell to Argentina on Tuesday, coach Lionel Scaloni has confirmed Cristian "Cuti" Romero as the new captain.

Lionel Messi has retired from international soccer after 21 years with Argentina, leaving with 207 caps, 125 goals, 68 assists, six World Cups and six titles in an Argentina shirt.

Lionel Messi bid farewell to international duty in Argentina's 3-0 victory over against Benin in which he scored the final goal of the night.

Harry Kane has reached 90 goals for England, joining Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in a very small group of players to hit that mark at international level.

On October 6, Argentina faces Benin at the Estadio Monumental in Lionel Messi's farewell match, and fans are wondering whether the captain will feature in the starting lineup.

Neymar has paid tribute to Lionel Messi on the day the Argentina captain plays his final match for the national team.

With a completely packed stadium, live music, incredible tributes, and a ton of special surprises in store, this is guaranteed to be a night fans will never forget.