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Lionel Messi to play final Argentina game vs Benin

Lionel Messi to play final Argentina game vs. Benin in October: ‘It will be his last dance’

Lionel Messi will have his “last dance” with Argentina’s national team in a friendly match against Benin in Buenos Aires on October 6.

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Lionel Messi cries after Argentina loses World Cup final

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Lionel Messi Added to Argentina's Roster for Oct. 6 Friendly That Team Says Will Be Farewell Match

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Lionel Messi named in Argentina squad for farewell match after international retirement

Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina 's squad ahead of a farewell match to mark his international retirement.

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Lionel Messi named in Argentina squad for farewell appearance

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Argentina sending Lionel Messi off with farewell game in October vs. Benin

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Ranking Lionel Messi's World Cup appearances, from 2022 FIFA title to Argentina's 2010 disappointment

Lionel Messi made history throughout the 2026 World Cup as he built on his legacy as the best player in the sport. While soccer players typically peak in their 20s, Messi's best years have come in his 30s, defying age to produce iconic World Cup performances.

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Every World Cup record Lionel Messi broke during the 2026 tournament

Argentina's Lionel Messi continues to shatter records as he takes his team to the 2026 World Cup final against Spain.