Messi says already missing playing for Argentina
BUENOS AIRES: Less than 24 hours after calling time on his international career, Lionel Messi said on Wednesday he was already missing wearing the Argentina jersey.
BUENOS AIRES: Lionel Messi, who recently retired from international football, has expressed his initial regret about leaving the Argentina jersey behind. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner scored a penalty during his final match against Benin, a victory that marked the end of his international career. Messi had described his last game as the saddest day of his career, despite leading Argentina to World Cup victory four years ago.
However, his team faced criticism for their aggressive style of play during their run to the final, which ended with a loss to Spain. Messi, Argentina's top goalscorer with 126 goals and the most capped player with 208 appearances, stated that he is already missing the light blue and white jersey. Despite his decision, Messi emphasized that he believes he is making the right choice.
He thanked his family, teammates, and paid tribute to the late football legend Diego Maradona during his farewell.
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