Overview
- Lionel Messi has formally closed his long run with the Argentina national team, describing representing the country as his greatest pride.
- Adidas released a short video in which Messi reflects on his career, tells his younger self to enjoy the moments, and says he still struggles to take in everything he achieved.
- Coverage reports the farewell took place at the Estadio Monumental with Argentina beating Benin 3-0 and lists career totals of 208 appearances and 126 goals as reported by the outlets.
- Back at Inter Miami, Messi and Luis Suárez each scored twice in a 4-0 win over D.C. United, and Suárez said they aim to help the club win the MLS title.
- The story frames a clear transition: Messi’s national-team legacy is being commemorated while his day-to-day priorities and competitive focus have shifted to Inter Miami’s title push.