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08/31 10:23 CDT Lionel Messi says he's retiring from playing for Argentina
Lionel Messi says he's retiring from playing for Argentina
BUENOS AIRES (AP) --- Lionel Messi has ended his career as a player for the
Argentine national team at 39 years old, after nearly two decades representing
the national side.
Messi, who played in six World Cups, won the tournament in Qatar 2022 and led
Argentina to the final in 2026 losing to Spain.
"It was a decision that hurt --- and still hurts deeply --- but I understand
that the time has come," Messi said on his official Instagram account. "I swear
to you that I always gave it my all--- not just in these last few years when we
won everything, but before that too; I always fought and left everything on the
field for this jersey, to bring you joy and make you feel proud to be Argentine
through football."
