NewzLionel Messi on Monday announced his retirement from international football with a heartfelt Instagram post. Messi said he wrote his retirement letter in July after losing the World Cup final but waited to publish it because his father was facing health issues that eventually claimed his life. The Argentine legend announced that he will not play for the national team again, ending an illustrious international career.
Argentina great Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that "hurt" but he understands "the time has come". Argentina's Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football. Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football aged 39.
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