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Barcelona breeze past Rayo but all eyes in Spain remain on Julián Álvarez

Hansi Flick is very happy to welcome Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona – but Julián Álvarez remains the ultimate prize

The Guardian - UK · Sep 1

Argentina: Lionel Messi announces end of international career

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football after 207 appearances for Argentina. With 125 goals to his name, he is by far the top scorer in his national team’s history.

France 24 · Sep 1

Lionel Messi’s Argentina teammates pay tribute after international retirement: ‘The greatest of all time’

Messi brought the curtain down on his international career after 207 appearances for Argentina

The Independent UK · Sep 1

‘Immortal’—Soccer World Reacts to Lionel Messi’s Emotional Argentina Retirement

Teammates from past and present as well as Messi’s family members have come up with tear-jerking responses to his seismic decision.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 31

Lionel Messi retirement: How Argentina’s most painful era became his greatest legacy

Lionel Messi has retired from international football after a 21-year journey with Argentina. He leaves as the nation's record appearance-maker and leading scorer. Messi's career saw early disappointments before major triumphs like the Copa America and World Cup. He adapted his game to remain influential for Argentina at an older…

The Economic Times · Aug 31

Quote of the day by Lionel Messi: "If I wasn't paid to be a professional footballer I would…" - famous words reveal why football was always more than just a career

Lionel Messi's words capture the genuine, deep connection he has always had with football, and the kind of passion that has quietly defined his entire extraordinary career. "Money is not a motivating factor," he said. "Money doesn't thrill me or make me play better because there are benefits to being…

The Times of India · Aug 31

Lionel Messi Retires From Argentina After Heartbreaking World Cup Defeat: 'I Have Nothing Left To Give'

Lionel Messi retires from international football after Argentina's World Cup defeat and his father's death, ending a 20-year career with the national team as its top scorer and most-capped player.

International Business Times UK · Aug 31

After Argentina Farewell, When Will Lionel Messi Retire From Inter Miami?

The soccer legend is still at peak form for the South Florida side.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 31

Lionel Messi retires from international football: A look at his 21 years with Argentina

Lionel Messi has retired from international soccer after 21 years with Argentina. He won the World Cup once in 2022 and reached finals in 2014 and 2026. Messi played in six World Cups, scoring 21 goals across those tournaments. He scored 125 international goals in 207 appearances for his country.…

The Economic Times · Aug 31

Lionel Messi quote of the day: ‘You can overcome something, if and only if you love something enough’ — a timeless lesson that true passion can give you the strength and resilience to overcome even the toughest challenges

Lionel Messi quote of the day: Lionel Messi emphasizes that life holds more importance than football outcomes. His career highlights that success does not define a person's entire worth. Messi's retirement from international football marks a new chapter for him. He achieved significant success with Barcelona and Argentina. His foundation…

The Economic Times · Aug 31