Lionel Messi retires from Argentina duty: 39-year-old bows out after defeat in World Cup final to Spain - just a few weeks after his father passed away

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football following Argentina's defeat in the World Cup final to Spain last month.

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Aug 31, 2026 - 17:22
Lionel Messi retires from Argentina duty: 39-year-old bows out after defeat in World Cup final to Spain - just a few weeks after his father passed away
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football following Argentina's defeat in the World Cup final to Spain last month.
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