A historic farewell shot! Lionel Messi completes his final training session with Argentina

The era of the greatest captain in the history of Argentine football has reached its touching and emotional finale.

Details: Argentina captain and leader Lionel Messi has completed his final training session with the national team ahead of today’s farewell match against Benin.

After today, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will never again be seen on the training pitches wearing the Albiceleste kit. Understanding the historic significance of the moment, the entire coaching staff led by Lionel Scaloni, the backroom staff and his teammates stepped onto the pitch to take a commemorative group photograph with their legendary leader.

Today, the 39-year-old forward will wear the national team’s number 10 shirt for the final time and lead Argentina onto the pitch at Buenos Aires’ Monumental Stadium to bid a definitive farewell to international football.

It is worth noting that Lionel Messi has represented Argentina since 2005, making 207 appearances and scoring more than 100 goals. The pinnacle of his international career came with his triumph at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and two Copa América titles.

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