# Soccer: Lionel Messi marked his 208th and final game for Argentina with a goal, bringing his glittering international career to a fitting end. The 39-year-old scored his 126th goal for his country in a 3-0 friendly win against Benin in Buenos Aires. After the final whistle, Messi addressed the 85-thousand-strong sell-out crowd, saying playing for Argentina has been beautiful and that he has fulfilled his dreams. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s career will continue at club level with Inter Miami, with his contract expiring in 2028.
Soccer: Lionel Messi scores in his final match for Argentina