- Messi turned his Argentina farewell into a spectacle — a 3-0 win over Benin in which he added two assists and a penalty, capped by a deafening ovation from 85,000 fans.
- He ends a 21‑year international career as Argentina’s all‑time top scorer (126 goals), a 2022 World Cup winner, two Copa América titles, and a record eight Ballon d’Ors — true GOAT conversation fodder.
- An emotional send‑off with fireworks, a special golden No.10 "GOAT" jersey, his sons by his side, and an honorary doctorate from the University of Buenos Aires.
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