Argentina coach says Messi deserves to go out on own terms
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Argentina national team coach Lionel Scaloni announced on Thursday that an upcoming friendly match against Benin in Buenos Aires will serve as a farewell opportunity for Lionel Messi. Scaloni stated that the event is intended to allow the player to conclude his international tenure on his own terms.
Reflecting on the significance of the match, Scaloni expressed that it would be an emotional experience for him to witness Messi’s departure. The coach noted that it is a privilege to be involved in the occasion, acknowledging the difficulty of the moment for those associated with the team.
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The CitizenFocuses on Messi's personal agency in his retirement process.
Express TribuneFrames the event as a definitive farewell preparation.