Messi news
The gist
Messi announced his Argentina retirement in August 2026 and a farewell match on Oct. 6.
His final cap closes a two-decade career that included the 2022 World Cup.
How it unfolded
- 2023 -07Messi joined Inter Miami, a move that transformed North American soccer.
- Aug 31, 2026Messi announced his retirement from Argentina duty.
- Sep 15, 2026Messi was added to Argentina's roster for the Oct. 6 friendly against Benin, which the team says will be his farewell match.