Lionel Messi is set for an emotional Argentina farewell in Buenos Aires when he features in friendly match against vs Benin.
The 39-year-old superstar will play his final match for Argentina on Tuesday, 6th October, 2026.
The friendly against Benin at Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, which marks a pivotal moment in the country’s football history.
Messi leaves behind an extraordinary legacy, including the 2022 World Cup title, two more World Cup finals (2014, 2026), two Copa América trophies (2021, 2024), an Olympic gold medal (2008), and 125 goals as the national team’s all-time leading scorer.