Why FIFA Won’t Allow Argentina to Retire Lionel Messi’s No. 10 Shirt
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Argentina can't retire Messi's legendary No.10 because of the same FIFA rule that stopped them honouring Maradona in 2002
Argentina cannot retire Lionel Messi’s iconic No.10 shirt despite his international retirement, with FIFA’s squad-number rules preventing the number from being omitted at major tournaments. The same issue arose after Diego Maradona’s retirement, when Argentina’s attempt to retire the shirt was rejected. Now, Messi’s legendary number faces the same fate, forcing Argentina to eventually hand it to another player.
The Argentine Football Association wants the legendary No.10 shirt never to be worn again by a player, following Lionel Messi's decision to retire from the national team. However, FIFA regulations are hindering their plan.
Lionel Messi’s iconic No. 10 Argentina shirt can’t be retired because of a FIFA regulation
Argentina fans are pushing to retire Lionel Messi's No. 10 jersey for good, but a FIFA regulation on squad numbering stands in the way. Lionel Messi‘s retirement from the Argentina national team has reignited a wish among fans on social media: retiring the No. 10 jersey permanently so no other player ever wears it for the Albiceleste again. The idea behind the push is straightforward for those calling for it — leaving the number forever associa…
The general request to withdraw Messi's 10th is in conflict with FIFA's interests. It would not be the first time that the maximum entity would reject such an order. The future of the Argentina Selection will be without Lionel Messi. The withdrawal of the player from the Albiceleste opens the door to a generational change and to a general order that even already speaks of withdrawing his number 10. It is not the first time that happens in the th…
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