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Messi's Final Match: Argentina vs. Benin Farewell
7 Oct
Summary
- Lionel Messi plays his last international match for Argentina.
- Nicolás Otamendi also retires from international football.
- Organizational issues affect Benin's travel and team availability.
Lionel Messi will play his last international match for Argentina on Tuesday, October 6th, facing Benin at the Mas Monumental Stadium. This marks the conclusion of the September-October international break and a significant moment for Argentinian football. Nicolás Otamendi, who announced his retirement in July, will also have his farewell game.
Concerns have been raised regarding the organization of this farewell match by the AFA. Additionally, Benin has faced administrative issues preventing Abdul Rachid Mumuni from traveling, adding to the criticism. Argentina is predicted to start with Messi and Lautaro Martínez in attack.
Argentina has shown strong recent form, including a 7-0 victory over Burkina Faso, though the latter fielded a U-23 squad. Benin has secured two wins in their last five games, most recently a 2-1 victory against Mauritania in Africa Cup of Nations Qualifications.
