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Lionel Messi ends his Argentina career: captain bows out after 207 appearances, 21 years and a historic era
Discover how Lionel Messi brought a 21-year Argentina journey to an end. He leaves as captain, record appearance holder with 207 caps and the central figure of the team that won the 2022 World Cup and Copa América titles in 2021 and 2024, after his final against Spain in 2026
01.09.2026