Argentina serves up a Messi-shaped schnitzel as fans say goodbye
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- Argentina great Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that "hurt" but he understands "the time has come".
- He said he wrote his retirement letter after the World Cup final in July, but waited to publish it because his father was facing health issues that eventually claimed his life.
- Lionel Messi’s retirement from the national soccer team, though widely expected, sparked fears of a diminished squad, and heartbreak over the departure of a national icon.
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- The Argentine legend announced that he will not play for the national team again, ending an illustrious international career.
- The Argentine legend announced that he will not play for the national team again, ending an illustrious international career.
- Messi led Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022, but his side lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 final.
- Argentinian footballer Lionel Messi announces his retirement
- A by-the-numbers look at Messi’s international career with Argentina, including his individual and team honours.
- Residents of Buenos Aires say they will miss the football legend who won the 2022 World Cup for Argentina.
- Leandro Paredes's 10-match ban, alongside Lionel Messi's Argentina retirement, leave former to ponder future.
- A Messi-shaped schnitzel is on the menu in Buenos Aires, as fans across Argentina pay tribute.