Lionel Messi Bids Farewell to Argentinian National Team
By Editor • August 31, 2026 • 1 min read
Lionel Messi, the illustrious captain of the Argentinian football team, has officially announced his retirement from international play. This decision comes in the wake of his father Jorge's passing on August 7, which deeply affected the football legend.
In an emotional Instagram post, Messi revealed that he had contemplated resigning shortly after Argentina's loss to Spain in this year’s World Cup final. However, it was only after his father's death that he made the final decision. “There isn’t much time left, and chapters are coming to an end,” he expressed, highlighting the difficulty of his choice.
Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, captained Argentina to a World Cup victory in 2022 and holds the record for the most goals and appearances for the national side. As he steps away, he acknowledges the emerging talent within the team, stating that young players deserve their chance on the international stage.
Source: www.abc.net.au
