The Last Dance: Messi to Play His Farewell Match for Argentina on October 6 at the “Monumental”

Coach Scaloni has called up Leo for the friendly against Benin, which will open a three-match home cycle to be played in Argentina.

Here comes the last dance. Lionel Messi has decided to retire from the Argentine national team after winning everything: one Olympics, two Copa Américas and a World Cup. The Argentine federation wanted his farewell to be special, and has invited him for one final appearance.

Argentina will play three friendlies during the international break — a tribute and a show of gratitude for Messi’s career and his love for Argentina. The national team always had a place in his heart, even though he left Rosario for Barcelona before turning 14.

On October 6, the eyes of the whole world will be on Buenos Aires — precisely on the “Monumental” stadium. There, Messi will bid farewell to the national team. Argentina will face Benin in a friendly, after two tests against Bolivia and Burkina Faso. The “Monumental” will host a moment of passion and love, as the entire Argentine people honor their champion.