Lionel Messi retires, celebrated for historic Argentine titles

Messi wasn't always the international GOAT, but his perseverance for Argentina paid off

ESPN • 02 sept. 17h47

Lionel Messi overcame early setbacks with the Argentina national team, helping the side win the 2021 Copa América, the 2022 World Cup and subsequent regional trophies.

Lionel Messi's international retirement celebrated by Sir David Beckham and Jose Mourinho

BBC • 01 sept. 12h01

Sir David Beckham and Jose Mourinho expressed admiration for Lionel Messi following the Argentine forward's retirement from international football, highlighting his achievements with Argentina.

Sir David Beckham lead tributes as Lionel Messi retires from Argentina

ESPN • 01 sept. 10h03

Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina's national team after a 207-cap, 125-goal career that included a 2022 World Cup win, prompting messages of admiration from former teammates and football figures.

Lionel Messi retires from playing for Argentina

AP News • 01 sept. 00h25

Argentina's all-time leading scorer Lionel Messi said he will quit international football after 21 years, while continuing his club career with Inter Miami.

Lionel Messi retires from Argentina international duty: ‘A decision that hurts my soul’

The New York Times • 31 août 19h38

Argentina captain Lionel Messi confirmed his retirement from international football, citing personal considerations after the World Cup final loss to Spain.

Argentina star Lionel Messi retires from international soccer with World Cup title and 125 goals

SFGATE • 31 août 19h06

Argentina's all-time leading scorer Lionel Messi said he will quit international football after a 21-year career that included a 2022 World Cup win and 125 goals.

Argentina star Lionel Messi retires from international soccer with World Cup title and 125 goals

ABC7 Los Angeles • 31 août 19h04

Argentina's all-time leading scorer Lionel Messi, 39, said he will quit international football, ending a 21-year career that included a 2022 World Cup win and 125 goals.

Lionel Messi retires from playing for Argentina : NPR

NPR • 31 août 16h37

Argentina's all-time leading scorer Lionel Messi said he will step away from international football after 21 years, while confirming he will keep playing for MLS club Inter Miami.