- Legendary Argentine footballer and captain Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football on August 31, 2026.
- Over an international career spanning nearly two decades, Messi played 207 matches for Argentina and scored 125 goals. During this time, he led the team to major achievements, including the World Cup, the Copa América, and an Olympic gold medal.
- Messi made his international debut for Argentina's senior team in August 2005. He subsequently remained a pivotal figure in the team's attacking lineup.
- By the end of his illustrious career, Messi held the records for both the most goals scored and the most international appearances for Argentina.
- Messi played his final international match for Argentina on July 19, 2026, in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
- Argentina faced Spain in the FIFA World Cup final, where they suffered a 1–0 defeat in a match that went into extra time. This match marked the conclusion of Messi's international career.
- Messi's greatest achievement at the international level was leading Argentina to victory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
- In addition to that, he won two Copa América titles and a gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics with the team.
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