Argentina's Lionel Messi brought an end to his international career with Argentina on Tuesday, October 6, as he was substituted out of the team during their 3-0 victory over Benin at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires.
In his final match with the Argentine national team, Lionel Messi scored a goal, further solidifying his impressive personal records in his 208th appearance for the team. Watching from the sidelines was Lionel Scaloni, the Argentine coach who has guided the team to numerous titles.
Lionel Scaloni praised Lionel Messi, stating that he has never seen a player with the same level of creativity and skill.
Argentine national team coach Lionel Scaloni will remain at the helm, but will have to navigate the team without its current captain, a key player who has been instrumental in the team's success.
The team will continue to perform without him, driven by a sense of purpose and dedication to their mission.
Lionel Scaloni, the Argentine national team's coach, expressed his admiration for Lionel Messi's exceptional abilities, stating that he has witnessed Messi perform feats that he never thought a footballer was capable of.
Lionel Scaloni's tenure as coach of the Argentine national team marked a significant turning point for Lionel Messi, who had previously failed to win a trophy with the team under his predecessors. However, Scaloni's influence played a crucial role in restoring Messi's enthusiasm for the team, ultimately contributing to the Argentine coach's own success in lifting a trophy with Messi on the squad.
Lionel Messi achieved a significant milestone in 2021 by capturing the Copa América in Brazil, marking his first major international title with Argentina. He has since added to his list of accolades, winning the 2022 Finalíssima and the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, as well as the 2024 Copa América.
The director expressed his excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to have led the project, stating it was a long-held dream that had become a reality. He also acknowledged the unexpected nature of his involvement, noting he never imagined he would be working with the best footballer in history.
