Argentina v Benin: How to watch Lionel Messi’s final Albiceleste appearance

Argentina host Benin at Buenos Aires’ Estadio Monumental on Tuesday, 6 October, in a highly anticipated friendly that is expected to mark Lionel Messi’s final appearance for the national team. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 local time, or 23:00 GMT.

Supporters in Benin, Togo and other countries operating on the GMT time zone will therefore see the match begin at 23:00 on Tuesday evening.

The game will be broadcast in Benin and across the rest of Africa on Benin TV and CANAL+ SPORT 1.

Viewers in Argentina can watch the match on TyC Sports, Telefe and DSports. Online coverage will also be available through TyC Sports Play and selected platforms operated by television providers.

Access to those streaming services may vary depending on the viewer’s country and the broadcasting rights in each territory.

The fixture has attracted particular interest because it is set to provide the final opportunity to watch Messi wearing the Argentina shirt, bringing his time with the Albiceleste to a close.