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Lionel Messi announced his retirement from the Argentina national team after his farewell match against Benin on October 7, in which he scored a goal in the 71st minute, his 126th for the national team. He has played for the national team since 2005, winning the 2022 World Cup and two America's Cups.
Saudi Al-Nasr striker Cristiano Ronaldo made a statement after Lionel Messi ended his career with the Argentina national team. This was reported on his Instagram page (a social network banned in Russia; owned by the Meta company, recognized as an extremist organization and banned in the Russian Federation)
The footballer supported Messi after his announcement of leaving the national team, writing in the comments that the Argentine had defended the honor of his country for many years and his legacy will remain forever. “My deepest respect for everything you have achieved with Argentina. Hugs to you,” he wrote.
Earlier on October 7, Messi played a farewell match for the Argentina national team against the Benin team. He scored in the 71st minute of the match, his 126th goal in the national team.
Messi has played for the national team since 2005. The footballer is the 2022 world champion and winner of two America's Cups.

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Lionel Messi announced his retirement from the Argentina national team after the last match against Benin, which Argentina won 3-0 thanks to a goal and two assists from Messi. He thanked the clubs, God and everyone involved for their support throughout his journey.

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