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Lionel Messi announces retirement from international football
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Argentina legend Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football on Monday.The 39-year-old announced his decision on social media, just over a month after Argentina lost to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.Messi led Argentina to World Cup glory at Qatar 2022, ending the South American nation’s 36-year wait for the big trophy.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.“After this time that has passed since the final, thinking about it a lot, I want to...
Argentina legend Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football on Monday.The 39-year-old announced his decision on social media, just over a month after Argentina lost to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.Messi led Argentina to World Cup glory at Qatar 2022, ending the South American nation’s 36-year wait for the big trophy.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.“After this time that has passed since the final, thinking about it a lot, I want to...
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