European Football · Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Messi closes the curtain, Argentina prepares for 2026
Lionel Messi ends his international career at 39 years old, following the World Cup final defeat against Spain.
By Editorial team
Lionel Messi officially announced his departure from the Argentine national team on Monday, ending an exceptional career wearing the blue and white shirt. The football legend leaves after the final lost against Spain (0-1 a.e.t.) at the previous World Cup. Argentina will now have to build its 2026 project without its historic icon. A new era for the Albiceleste ahead of the North American competition.