Lionel Messi, Argentina’s World Cup-winning great, retires from international football: ‘Decision that hurts to my core’

By Dhallo News · August 31, 2026 at 8:49 PM IST

Source: Hindustan Times - Sports

Lionel Messi confirmed his decision in an emotional social media post, more than a month after leading Argentina to a second successive FIFA World Cup final

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Lionel Messi, Argentina’s World Cup-winning great, retires from international football: ‘Decision that hurts to my core’

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