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After 11 World Cups, football finally comes home for one Indian fan

A cyclist rides past a mural featuring Brazilian football player Neymar (L) and Raphinha ahead of a FIFA international friendly football match between India and Brazil in Kolkata on September 29, 2026. (Dibyangshu SARKAR)

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VIDEO: Lionel Messi receives BIZARRE retirement gift from referee in emotional Argentina farewell against Benin

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Ronaldo Reacts To Messi's Retirement With Heartfelt ‘Utmost Respect' Message

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'Greatest athlete in history' - Lisandro Martinez pens emotional farewell to Lionel Messi after final Argentina appearance

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has paid a heartfelt tribute to Lionel Messi following the legendary forward's final international appearance for Argentina. The 39-year-old concluded his illustrious career with the national team during an emotional 3-0 victory over Benin in Buenos Aires.

Lionel Messi gets criticism for final Argentina match from Benin manager

Lionel Messi has now finally retired from international soccer. After successfully winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and taking his team to another final in the USA , Messi has now hung up his boots. While he failed to deliver another World Cup to Argentina, he walked out of the team with his head held high . On Oct. 6, 2026, Messi played […] The post Lionel Messi gets criticism for final Argentina match from Benin manager appeared first on ClutchPoints.

'Our Performance was very POOR'! - Nicolas Tagliafico Admits Argentina Were Outplayed by Spain in World Cup Final

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📱 After Argentina farewell: Cristiano Ronaldo gets in touch with Messi

There were probably very few dry eyes as Lionel Messi played his final game in an Argentina shirt. One of the greatest, if not THE greatest, has now bid a final farewell to international football. Cr...

Messi’s international farewell puts the spotlight on Ronaldo

thenews2.com/Depositphotos Lionel Messi ends Argentina career Lionel Andrés Messi ended his Argentina career on October 6, 2026, after more than 21 years with the senior team. The 39-year-old captain played his final international against Benin at Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires. Messi scored from the penalty spot and assisted Argentina’s other 2 goals in a…

An Open Letter To Lionel Messi From A Die Hard Devotee

Tonight feels different.I knew this day would come.Somewhere in the deepest corner of my heart, I had already accepted that one day Lionel Messi would play his final game for Argentina. I knew footbal...

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Cristiano Ronaldo's tantrum in Lionel Messi's shadow would be sad ending for great who can't let go

Before Lionel Messi's dream Argentina farewell, Cristiano Ronaldo dropped a near 2,000-word screed on his walkout from the Portugal national team. It really doesn't have to be like this.

Cristiano Ronaldo sends heartfelt message to Messi after Argentina retirement

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Lionel Messi and Argentina’s Opponent Team Left Unhappy With Hospitality Issues During Legend’s Farewell

Lionel Messi’s final Argentina appearance was meant to be a celebration. Instead, the night ended with Benin questioning how they were treated by the hosts.

African football chiefs back Infantino to remain as Fifa boss

Gianni Infantino's bid to remain the head of world football's governing body Fifa gathered strength on Friday after backing from African executives and reports that a potential rival was pulling out of the race for the job as the game's most powerful administrator.

Old soccer meets new football: Australia Cup final heaves with significance

South Melbourne and Melbourne Victory clash on what promises to be a ‘special and historical night’ and in a triumph of the competition’s concept