Messi's Historic Journey... With the 'Tango'! - Sarmad

After 21 years in the Argentina jersey, Lionel Messi has brought his international career to a close, announcing his retirement from the national team in a decision he described as painful.

Messi leaves the Argentina national team as its all-time record holder for both appearances and goals, having played 207 matches and scored 125 goals, while providing 68 assists and contributing to 193 goals in total. He led his country to victory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the 2022 Finalissima, and back-to-back Copa América titles in 2021 and 2024.

Messi made his debut for the senior Argentina national team in August 2005 against Hungary in a match that did not go as planned; he came on as a substitute and received a red card just seconds after entering the field.

Messi accumulated 17,120 minutes of playing time with the Albiceleste, earning nine yellow cards and two red cards.

He also participated in six World Cup tournaments, appearing in 34 matches, and stands as Argentina’s all-time top scorer at the World Cup with 21 goals.