Lionel Messi has joined the Argentina squad in Ezeiza ahead of Tuesday’s historic farewell friendly against Benin in Buenos Aires.
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is expected to wear the Argentina shirt for the final time as the world champions face Benin.
The match will bring an end to Messi’s 21-year international career. Argentina’s captain has scored 125 goals in 207 appearances for his country.
Messi has won the World Cup, two Copa America titles and the Finalissima during his international career.
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