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Argentina's Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international play
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· August 31, 2026
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Key points He went on to appear in a record six World Cup tournaments. Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international play.
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international play. Messi debuted at 18 years old in 2005. He went on to appear in a record six World Cup tournaments.
Details of his career are available, highlighting his achievements in international competition. Messi's retirement marks the end of an era for Argentina's national team.
Further information about Messi's retirement and career can be found through the source, which provides additional context and background on his time in international play.
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Category: News Published: August 31, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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