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Messi's Final Dance: Argentina vs. Benin
5 Oct
Summary
- Lionel Messi plays his last game for Argentina in a friendly against Benin.
- The match is scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, at Estadio Monumental.
- Argentina aims to extend their winning streak against Benin.
Lionel Messi will don the Argentina national football team jersey for the last time in an international friendly against Benin. The highly anticipated match is scheduled to take place at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires on Wednesday, October 7. This farewell game for the legendary player is a significant event for football fans worldwide.
Argentina enters this friendly on a strong note, boasting a two-match winning streak. Their most recent performance was a commanding 7-0 victory over Burkina Faso. Meanwhile, Benin, led by Gernot Rohr, comes into the game with a three-game unbeaten run, including a recent 2-1 win against Mauritania. Despite their positive form, facing Argentina on home soil presents a formidable challenge for the visiting Cheetahs.
The match is scheduled for kick-off at 04:30 AM IST on October 7. Fans in India can tune in via Zee5, Unite8 Sports 1, and Unite8 Sports 1 HD. The game is expected to feature Lionel Messi in a crucial attacking role for his final appearance, aiming to add to his impressive record of 125 goals in 207 games for La Albiceleste.
