The Argentine Football Association has made an official decision regarding Lionel Messi, who announced his retirement from international football after a brilliant career spanning more than 20 years.
Messi won six titles with the Argentina national team, most notably the 2026 World Cup, two Copa América trophies, and the Finalissima against Italy.
Additionally, Lionel Messi achieved success with the Olympic and youth teams, winning the FIFA U-20 World Cup and the gold medal at the Beijing Olympics.
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According to the global outlet "Touchline," all matches across all competitions and divisions in Argentina will be paused during the 10th minute at the end of this week.
All matches will stop for one minute of applause in honor of the Argentine legend Lionel Messi, as a special tribute to his legendary career with the national team.
Lionel Messi scored his last goal for the Argentina national team against Egypt in the Round of 16 of the World Cup, a match that contributed to the world runners-up advancing to the final.
