Lionel Messi: Every word from emotional farewell speech as Argentina stars reduced to tears Lionel Messi, widely considered the greatest player of all time, has played his final match for Argentina Evening Standard · Oct 7
Ted Lasso’s fourth season was a success. But there’s one thing still missing COMMENT: The fourth season of ‘Ted Lasso’ ended with a shocking death, a baby on the way and a few remaining unanswered questions. Kevin E G Perry argues the genial coach still deserves a last chance to go out on top The Independent UK · Oct 7
Lionel Messi calls playing for Argentina ‘most wonderful thing’ after farewell Messi described playing for Argentina as “the most wonderful thing that can happen to you” after ending his international career The National (Scotland) · Oct 7
Lionel Messi's last Argentina match: Highlights as star bids farewell with penalty and two assists Messi involved in all three goals as Argentina career draws to a close Evening Standard · Oct 7
Argentina boss Scaloni salutes 'inimitable' Messi after maestro's final game Argentina’s head coach Lionel Scaloni hailed the enduring genius of the former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain striker Lionel Messi on Wednesday moments after the 39-year-old played his last game for the national team. Radio France Internationale · Oct 7
Lionel Messi hailed as the 'best footballer in history' after emotional end to Argentina career IN FULL The Independent UK · Oct 7
Lionel Messi scores as Argentina beat Benin for his last international game Lionel Messi played his final match for Argentina, ending in a 3-0 victory over Benin. A full tribute was paid to him before and after the game. France 24 · Oct 7
Lionel Messi bids tearful farewell to Argentina: ‘The most wonderful thing’ Messi signed off with a goal against Benin as he brought the curtain down on his international career The Independent UK · Oct 7
Argentina waves football great Lionel Messi off after 3-0 win over Benin in final international appearance All-time footballing icon Lionel Messi bids an emotional farewell to international duty after guiding Argentina to a 3-0 win over visitors Benin in Buenos Aires. The little magician produced a final breathtaking performance for his white and blue stripes, scoring one goal and assisting two others. Euronews · Oct 7
Lionel Messi Bids Farewell to Argentina in Poetic, Emotional, Fairytale Last Dance Lionel Messi retired from international soccer in the most beautifully heartbreaking way. Sports Illustrated · Oct 7
Messi bids farewell to Argentina fans in emotional international finale Lionel Messi said farewell to Argentina fans Tuesday in an emotional final international appearance, scoring in a 3-0 win over Benin at Buenos Aires's Monumental Stadium as 85,000 supporters celebrated a career that brought the country its long-awaited 2022 World Cup triumph. France 24 · Oct 7
Argentina vs Benin: Lionel Messi retires from international football career with a goal Lionel Messi has officially retired from his international soccer career after scoring in Argentina's recent win against Benin. He leaves with a remarkable record of 125 goals and 68 assists for his nation. Messi has previously contributed to Argentina's victory in the World Cup and Copa America titles. Before exiting,… The Economic Times · Oct 7
Lionel Messi bids Argentina adieu with goal and two assists in 3-0 win over Benin – as it happened The 2022 World Cup champion was given a raucous sendoff with plenty of pomp and circumstance. Read Pablo Iglesias Maurer’s minute-by-minute report. The Guardian - US · Oct 6
Lionel Messi's Soccer Portfolio: Every Club the Argentina Legend Owns The all-time great has set himself up for a busy life post-international retirement. Sports Illustrated · Oct 6
Sports Illustrated · Oct 6 ‘Broken His Word’—Cristiano Ronaldo Bares All on Portugal Exit, Jorge Jesus Feud, Retirement Date The Portugal legend held nothing back in a highly detailed, 1,700-word statement.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 6 ‘Love Football More’—Neymar Issues Emotional Lionel Messi Tribute Ahead of Argentina Farewell Some of the biggest stars in world soccer are paying tribute to Lionel Messi before his final Argentina match.
The Independent UK · Oct 6 Argentina bids Messi farewell in final national team match, ending an era Argentina is preparing an emotional goodbye to Lionel Messi
Sports Illustrated · Oct 6 How to Watch England vs. Czechia on TV, Live Stream England has clinched back-to-back victories, but its upcoming opponents are still awaiting a first point in the Nations League.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 6 Argentina vs. Benin: How to Watch Lionel Messi’s Farewell on TV, Live Stream The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will make his 208th and final appearance for La Albiceleste.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 6 Lionel Messi’s Landmark Argentina Moments in Pictures The legendary forward will retire after his 208th and final outing.
The Independent UK · Oct 6 Lionel Messi set for Argentina farewell as Buenos Aires braces for emotional night IN FULL
Sports Illustrated · Oct 6 Ranking All 25 Nominees for the 2026 Golden Boy Award Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, Barcelona and Real Madrid can all point to talented nominees.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 6 South Korea’s golden boys and a brouhaha over military service In today’s Football Daily: A gold-medal winning captain’s boasts hasten South Korean defence reforms
Sports Illustrated · Oct 6 From Devil to Deity: How Lionel Messi Rewrote His Argentina Story Messi’s first international retirement in 2016 felt a lot different compared to his sendoff a decade later.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 6 Can Cristiano Ronaldo Get to 1,000 Goals Without International Soccer? The five-time Ballon d’Or winner is tipped to retire at the end of the season.