Lionel Messi to retire from Argentina international duty

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Lionel Messi said he is retiring from playing internationally for Argentina after 21 years with the national team. He said he will continue playing at club level with Inter Miami in Major League Soccer.

WHO: Lionel Messi

WHAT: Messi announced his retirement from playing internationally for Argentina while continuing his club career with Inter Miami.

WHEN: Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 12:37 PM ET

WHERE: Argentina

WHY: Cause not yet established.

How this story developed (showing 3 of 3 earlier reports)

Football world mourns Messi’s Argentina retirement · Sep 1, 2026 at 3:08 PM ET
Messi retires from Argentina international football · Sep 1, 2026 at 6:07 AM ET
Messi announces retirement from Argentina national team · Sep 1, 2026 at 12:06 AM ET

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