{
  "id": 12314267,
  "title": "Explaining Lionel Messi's special final Argentina jersey and if fans can buy iconic shirt",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/explaining-lionel-messis-special-final-argentina-jersey-and-if-fans",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-06T06:00:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/explaining-lionel-messis-special-final-060002405.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lionel Messi's retirement from international play has been a long time coming, first announced in June 2016 after Argentina's defeat in the Copa America final. He later reversed his decision, opting to finish his career with his beloved country. The Argentine superstar has won two Copa Americas and the 2022 World Cup, earning the Golden Ball in the process. Now, Messi will don a special jersey for his final match against Benin on October 6 at Estadio Monumental.\n\nThe kit, crafted by Adidas, features wide striping and sun-like regalia inspired by the Sol de Mayo emblem on Argentina's flag. Messi's M logo and No. 10 are prominently displayed in luminous gold, along with custom white-and-blue cleats. The kit made its public debut in Rosario, Messi's hometown, with a 30-meter-long installation of the look. Those interested in purchasing Messi's final Argentina jersey can find it at retailers like Fanatics, Dick's Sporting Goods, JD Sports, and Adidas' official website.",
  "summary": "In a match fit for footballing royalty, Messi will be draped in distinctive — and elegant — robes.",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "Lionel Messi set for 'Last Tango' with Argentina as Cristiano Ronaldo pouts on Portugal sidelines",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/lionel-messi-set-for-last-tango-with-argentina-as-cristiano-ronaldo",
        "published": "2026-10-06T03:44:14.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Lionel Messi's family tree: Who are Argentina star's wife, kids and parents as soccer legend says farewell",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/lionel-messis-family-tree-who-are-argentina-stars-wife-kids-and",
        "published": "2026-10-06T05:50:02.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}