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Argentina have been forced to reconsider the future of Lionel Messi’s iconic No. 10 shirt after FIFA regulations prevented the national team from permanently retiring the number.

Lionel Messi’s expected farewell from international football will carry an additional moment of recognition after the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) announced that the Argentina captain is set to receive an honorary doctorate.

Lionel Messi has unveiled the special Argentina jersey he will wear for his final international appearance, with the legendary forward preparing to bid farewell to the national team against Benin on October 6.

Lionel Messi is set to make one final appearance for Argentina after announcing his retirement from international football, with the legendary captain accepting an invitation to feature against Benin in what will be his official farewell to the national team.

On Monday, at 39, Messi finally brought that extraordinary chapter to an end. Following Argentina's defeat by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner announced his retirement from international football, closing a national-team career that produced 207 appearances and 125 goals.

The Argentine football icon says he is leaving the national team with “peace and pride” after 20 years, as he makes way for a new generation of players.

FIFA has launched a disciplinary investigation into the post-match clashes involving Argentina and Spain after the 2026 World Cup final. A FIFA Disciplinary and Ethics Prosecutor has been appointed to investigate potential breaches of the FIFA Disciplinary Code. ...

Canadian rapper Drake has lost a $1.5 million bet after backing Argentina to beat Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Spain won 1-0 after extra time, ending Argentina's hopes of defending their title. Drake placed the...

Lionel Scaloni broke down in tears after Argentina's 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The Argentina coach admitted he is uncertain about his future despite being under contract until December. Scaloni said...

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup at MetLife Stadium. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute, while Emiliano Martínez made a World Cup final-record 10 saves. Lionel...