Neymar tributes Lionel Messi ahead of Argentina farewell match

Neymar has issued a public tribute to Lionel Messi as the Argentine star prepares to play his final match for the national team. The message was shared via social media ahead of Argentina's friendly against Benin at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires.

Neymar, a former teammate of Messi at both FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, expressed deep gratitude for Messi's impact on the sport. He noted that it was an honor to have played alongside him and to have made history together, specifically referencing their shared success during the 2014/2015 season.

Messi's international career, which began in 2005, includes major achievements such as the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and the 2021 and 2024 Copa América titles. The farewell match follows the recent passing of Messi's father, Jorge.