Lionel Messi is set to make one final appearance for Argentina, with the AFA confirming that the 39-year-old has been invited to play in a farewell friendly against Benin on October 6 at the Monumental Stadium.
Messi announced his international retirement last month after Argentina’s 2026 World Cup campaign. His last competitive appearance came in the World Cup final against Spain, but the AFA wanted him to have a proper farewell in front of the home fans.
The Argentina legend is expected to share the occasion with Rodrigo De Paul and Giovani Lo Celso, while the match will give supporters one last chance to see Messi in the famous blue-and-white shirt.
One last dance at the Monumental. How emotional will Messi’s Argentina farewell be?
