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Don't cry for me, Argentina: Lionel Messi retires from international football

IOL · 31 August 2026 at 19:11

Don't cry for me, Argentina: Lionel Messi retires from international football

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football after Argentina’s 1-0 defeat by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.

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