Lionel Messi played his final game for Argentina in a friendly against Benin, bringing his 21-year international career to an end in front of about 85,000 fans at Buenos Aires’ Monumental stadium.
The World Cup-winning captain was given a farewell by supporters who packed the ground for the occasion, marking the close of his time with the national team.
Messi became a national icon during his international career and was widely regarded as one of football’s greatest players.
