Gracias, Leo: FIFA Thanks Messi After Argentina Legend Announces International Retirement - The Tribune
- Lionel Messi retired from international football on September 1, 2026, after a record 207 appearances and scoring 125 goals for Argentina, winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup and two Copa América titles.
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised Messi's extraordinary career, magical talent, and global influence in an Instagram post following his retirement announcement.
- Messi announced his retirement days after Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup final defeat to Spain and the death of his father, Jorge Messi, recognizing the emergence of young talents.
- Messi will continue playing at club level with Inter Miami in Major League Soccer, while FIFA and the Argentine Football Association publicly thanked him for his legacy and professionalism.
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PRESS REVIEW - The Argentine star announced this Monday, 38 years old, that her adventure with Albiceleste is over. The world press pays tribute to her.
Lionel Messi's decision to put an end to his stage with the Argentine team provoked numerous reactions in the world of football. One of the most prominent was Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, who dedicated a message to the captain of the Albiceleste to recognize the extraordinary trajectory he built during his years defending the colors of his country.Infantino highlighted the impact Messi has had both on the playing field and among fans.
Messi announces retirement from international football; Lionel Messi says it's a decision that makes him deeply sad
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