Messi's Argentina teammates pay tribute after captain's international retirement
Football
Lionel Messi's Argentina teammates paid an emotional tribute after the captain announced his international retirement, the Times of India reported on 1 September 2026.
Emi Martinez, Angel Di Maria, Lisandro, Lautaro Martinez and Leandro Paredes praised his leadership, friendship, humility and impact on their careers.
Messi leaves as Argentina’s most-capped player and leading scorer, having won two Copa America titles and the 2022 World Cup.
