From the sending-off in Hungary to the tears at MetLife Stadium: ten moments of Messi's performance for Argentina
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Lionel Messi concludes a 21-year career with the Argentine national team, closing a long trajectory marked by milestones, tears, and two temporary retirements before reaching the pinnacle of world football. Over more than two decades with the Albiceleste, Messi departs holding a vast collection of records for both Argentina and the FIFA World Cup, establishing himself as the nation's leading goalscorer and most-capped player.
Reflecting on the origins of his international journey, archival context highlights a pivotal moment in April 2004 when coach José Pekerman successfully urged the Argentine Football Association (AFA)—initially issuing a request addressed to 'Leonel Mecci'—to summon the young player to the under-20 squad while he was at Barcelona.
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Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.
Infobae (Expulsión/Metlife)Chronicles Messi's emotional 21-year trajectory, tears, retirements, and path to world supremacy.
Infobae (AFA/Barcelona)Focuses on José Pekerman's early 2004 vision to recruit young Messi to the under-20 squad.
Infobae (Récords)Emphasizes Messi's historic milestone records as Argentina's leading scorer and most-capped player.
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