At 39 years old, Lionel Messi officially announced his retirement from the Argentine national team. The captain of the Albiceleste thus ends a chapter of more than two decades serving the national team, during which he became the most decorated player in the history of Argentine football.
In his farewell message, Messi remembered the moments lived wearing the Argentina jersey, expressing deep affection for everything he experienced throughout his international career.
The Argentine star thanked the unconditional support of Argentine fans over all these years, recognizing the fundamental role they played in his journey with the national team.
Messi admitted that the decision to step away from the national team "hurt and still hurts the soul," revealing the emotional weight that the farewell represents for the player.
