Argentina FA President: Messi Alone Will Decide His International Retirement

Argentina Football Association president Claudio Tapia says Lionel Messi alone will decide when to retire from international football. Messi, 39, helped Argentina reach the 2026 World Cup final, where they lost 1-0 to Spain after extra time. He scored eight goals and registered four assists during the tournament. Tapia praised Messi’s performances and said the Argentina captain should be allowed to keep enjoying football without pressure to announce his next move. Whether he continues beyond 2026, including a possible appearance at the 2030 World Cup, remains entirely his decision.

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