Argentina

'It was a huge source of pride for me to defend this jersey...': Lionel Messi

Star striker Lionel Messi gets emotional after scoring and providing two assists to help Argentina beat Benin 3-0 in his final international game; says not playing for the country again is deeply painful

Updated 4 days ago

Lionel Messi wipes away tears as he addresses fans after his last international match for Argentina in Buenos Aires on Tuesday. Pics/AFP

Neymar pens emotional farewell note for Lionel Messi ahead of his final game

Brazilian football star Neymar paid an emotional tribute to Lionel Messi ahead of the Argentine icon's final international match. The former Barcelona and PSG teammate thanked Messi for inspiring football fans worldwide and said it was an honour to make history alongside him

Updated 5 days ago