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Messi Announces Retirement From Argentina National Team

9/1/2026

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Messi Retires from Argentina

Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina’s national team on August 31, 2026.
He wrote his retirement note on July 21, two days after Argentina’s 1-0 loss to Spain.
His father Jorge died on August 8, 2026, reinforcing Messi’s resolve to quit.
Messi finishes with 125 goals in 207 caps, Argentina’s all-time scoring record.
President Javier Milei and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino called Messi an ‘impossible man’ and a legend.

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Messi Extends Stay

Lionel Messi signed a contract keeping him at Inter Miami through 2028.
His arrival generated unprecedented international media attention for Inter Miami and MLS.
Inter Miami won its first major trophies, including an MLS Cup, after Messi joined.
Messi scored 20 goals in 2024 and 29 in 2025 seasons.
His presence boosted ticket sales and viewership, reshaping Inter Miami’s commercial landscape.

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Messi Retires from Argentina

Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina’s national team on August 31, 2026.
He wrote his retirement note on July 21, two days after Argentina’s 1-0 loss to Spain.
His father Jorge died on August 8, 2026, reinforcing Messi’s resolve to quit.
Messi finishes with 125 goals in 207 caps, Argentina’s all-time scoring record.
President Javier Milei and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino called Messi an ‘impossible man’ and a legend.

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