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Argentine footballer (born 1987)
Lionel Andrés "Leo" Messi is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for and captains the Major League Soccer club Inter Miami. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in history, he played for the Argentina national team for 21 years, retiring in 2026. He has set numerous records for individual accolades won throughout his professional footballing career, including eight Ballons d'Or, six European Golden Shoes, and being named the world's best player by FIFA eight times.
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Benin head coach Gernot Rohr says Argentina refused to exchange shirts or allow photos following Lionel Messi's final international match on Tuesday.
Benin coach Gernot Rohr claims Argentina denied his players photos, shirt swaps, and access to the tunnel after Lionel Messi’s final international game.
Benin head coach Gernot Rohr expressed deep disappointment over how his squad was treated following Argentina's 3–0 victory in Lionel Messi's international farewell match.