Lionel Messi has reportedly played his final match for Argentina, ending a 21-year international career with a 3-0 friendly victory over Benin at Buenos Aires’ Monumental Stadium. The 39-year-old forward wore Argentina’s number 10 shirt for the last time in his 208th appearance for the national team.
More than 85,000 spectators filled the stadium for Messi’s farewell. His final appearance brought an end to a long international career with Argentina, while reports also point to his expanding business interests and investment in youth football.
Messi’s final Argentina appearance
The friendly against Benin marked Messi’s 208th match for Argentina. He helped his side secure a 3-0 win in front of a packed crowd at the Monumental Stadium.
The match was a farewell for the number 10, who had represented Argentina for 21 years. More than 85,000 fans were present to see his final appearance for the national team.
Business interests and youth football investment
As his international career concludes, reports have highlighted Messi’s growing business interests and investment in youth football. The available reports describe these as areas of increasing focus for the football star, without specifying further details.
