Lionel Messi plans farewell with Argentina in upcoming home match

Lionel Messi is expected to announce his departure from the Argentina national team in the coming weeks, according to TyC Sports. The plan is for him to continue representing Argentina for a few more months before a farewell ceremony is arranged during a home match, allowing fans to celebrate his career.

After Argentina’s 1‑0 loss to Spain in the World Cup final – a goal by Ferran Torres in extra time – Messi’s wife Antonela Roccuzzo posted an emotional Instagram tribute. She praised his perseverance, character and the example he sets for their three sons, describing the pain of the defeat and acknowledging Messi’s ongoing commitment despite the setback. The final, held on 19 July in New York/New Jersey, saw Argentina reduced to ten players after Enzo Fernández’s red card. Messi’s appearance in this final makes him the second player, after Cafu, to feature in three World Cup finals (2014, 2022, 2026).