Messi bids farewell to Argentina on Tuesday: Everything you need to know
The international football superstar will take the pitch for a final game with the Albiceleste on October 6 against Benin La entrada Messi bids farewell to Argentina on Tuesday: Everything you need to know se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald .
Lionel Messi, the football prodigy, is scheduled to bid an emotional farewell to the Argentine national team on Tuesday. The 39-year-old maestro announced his retirement from international duty in August, citing it was "a decision that hurts in [his] soul," although he acknowledged the time had come. The Argentine Football Association (AFA) confirmed Messi would play his final game on October 6 against Benin at River Plate’s Monumental Stadium, marking the end of a 21-year chapter in Argentina's international football history.
For the occasion, the team will sport a special edition jersey designed in the colors of the national flag, incorporating Messi’s personal logo and golden detailing. The match is slated to begin at 8 p.m. local time, preceded by a full day of festivities, including a "Gracias, Leo" (Thanks, Leo) fan event organized by the AFA. The event will feature live performances, games, and appearances by celebrities, influencers, and streamers, with tickets priced at AR$30,000 (US$19) and sold out upon release.
To watch Messi’s farewell match, attendees can purchase tickets from the Deportick platform, find the stadium at Av. Pres. Figueroa Alcorta 7597, and utilize public transportation options like buses and trains. The game will air on TyC Sports and can be streamed via TyC Sports Play.
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