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Messi Retires From Argentina Duty After 20 Years Of International Football. Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, saying he has nothing left to give Argentina. The 39-year-old leaves as Argentina's record scorer and most-capped player, with 125 goals across 207 appearances. Messi captained Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar, while also winning two Copa America titles. He said retirement hurts deeply, but believes talented young players now deserve opportunities with the national team. Messi revealed he wrote his farewell message after Argentina's World Cup final defeat against Spain this summer. His international career began in 2005, despite receiving a red card during his Argentina debut. He briefly retired internationally in 2016 before returning and eventually leading Argentina to their greatest triumph. Messi will continue playing club football for Inter Miami, with his contract running through the 2028 season.
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