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Lionel Messi announced on Monday that he is retiring from international football after leading Argentina to a second successive World Cup final in July, as reported by France 24.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, Lionel Messi is one of the greatest football players in history, having left an indelible mark on the global game for many years. In the broader context, his retirement from the national team marks the end of an era in Argentine football and paves the way for a new generation of players.
