Lionel Messi retires from Argentina national team after scoring 126th goal
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Football legend Lionel Messi, 39, has officially retired from international duty with Argentina after reaching a final tally of 126 goals.
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 39. The decision follows his final performance for Argentina, where he reached a career total of 126 goals for his country.
The 39-year-old football star Lionel Messi has officially ended his career with the Argentina national team, according to a report by The Japan Times. The announcement marks the conclusion of his tenure in international competition.
Messi’s departure from the squad comes after he successfully increased his scoring record. The Japan Times noted that he retiremed from the international stage after scoring his 126th goal for Argentina.
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