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Benin Furious Over Treatment at Messi FarewellBenin furious over Messi farewell: no bonuses or revenue shared, claims journalist Romain Molina; Gernot Rohr says his players were denied s

Messi Ties Callender for 2nd Most Inter Miami AppsLionel Messi made his 118th Inter Miami appearance vs D.C. United, tying Drake Callender for second all-time. Only Noah Allen (132) stands a

Messi Scores Brace in Stunning Miami Return vs D.C.Messi marked his first Inter Miami game since Argentina farewell with a brace vs D.C. United, lifting his MLS tally to 23 and extending his

Ronaldinho's Emotional Tribute to Messi: 'Enjoy Life'Brazil legend Ronaldinho paid a heartfelt tribute to Lionel Messi on X after the captain's final Argentina appearance in the 3-0 friendly wi

Messi Returns to Miami XI vs D.C. United TonightMessi is expected to start as Inter Miami host D.C. United tonight at Nu Stadium — kickoff 7:30 PM ET, team news, lineups and how to watch.

Kily Gonzalez: Enjoy Messi's Miami ChapterInter Miami boss Kily Gonzalez flew to the Monumental for Messi's Argentina farewell, then urged fans to enjoy the 39-year-old in pink: 'Now

Why Argentina Gave Messi His Farewell Against BeninArgentina gave Lionel Messi his farewell against Benin at the Monumental. The story of Tapia's invitation, the three-match window and the ni

Don Garber: Messi Made MLS a 'Global Phenomenon'MLS commissioner Don Garber says Lionel Messi turned MLS into a 'global phenomenon' — and he wants Harry Kane to follow him to America.

Benin Were 'Ecstatic' to Be Part of Messi's FarewellBenin assistant Tunde Adelakun told BBC Sport Africa the Cheetahs were 'ecstatic' to share Messi's farewell, while Gernot Rohr hoped for a s

Messi's Family Takes Centre Stage at Emotional FarewellMessi's three children walked him onto the Monumental pitch while Antonela and his mother watched from the VIP box on an emotional night in

Messi Back at Inter Miami After Argentina FarewellLionel Messi returned to Inter Miami after his emotional Argentina farewell, with the Herons chasing an MLS playoff spot and D.C. United nex

Inter Miami's Long-Term Messi Plan: Ownership After 2028Inter Miami plan a future with Messi beyond 2028 — a possible shareholder role, a $70-80M annual project, and season-by-season playing revie

Benin Coach: Argentina Blocked Shirt Swaps, PhotosBenin coach Gernot Rohr says security stopped his players swapping shirts or taking photos with Messi after the 3-0 Argentina farewell at th

Ronaldo Pays Tribute to Messi After Argentina FarewellCristiano Ronaldo joined Ronaldinho and Neymar in hailing Messi's Argentina career, replying to his farewell post: 'All my respect for what

Argentina 3-0 Benin: Messi's Farewell in HighlightsMessi's Argentina farewell ended 3-0 vs Benin: Otamendi's volley, Paz's curler and Messi's 126th goal from the spot. Full highlights.

Messi: England Semi Left Argentina 'Running on Fumes'Messi revealed the England semi-final left Argentina "running on fumes" before the 2026 World Cup final defeat to Spain.

Messi Calls Farewell 'Saddest Day of My Career'Lionel Messi called his Argentina farewell the saddest day of his career after scoring and assisting twice in the 3-0 win over Benin at the

Why Messi Still Has No Barcelona TestimonialArgentina gave Messi a hero's farewell at the Monumental, but Barcelona's promised Camp Nou testimonial for its greatest ever player is stil

Messi Already Misses Playing for ArgentinaMessi admitted he already misses wearing the Albiceleste after his 6 Oct 2026 farewell vs Benin, as Cristiano Ronaldo hailed his 21-year Arg

Messi's New Chapter: What He Can Win With Inter MiamiMessi's Argentina career ended after the 3-0 Benin farewell. His full focus is now Inter Miami, where his contract runs to 2028 and two trop

Antonela Roccuzzo's Applause at Messi's FarewellAntonela Roccuzzo applauded from the VIP box as Lionel Messi scored in his 208th and final Argentina appearance, capping a family night at t

De Paul and Di Maria Lead Tributes to MessiRodrigo De Paul and Angel Di Maria led the emotional tributes to Lionel Messi, as tearful fans gathered outside the Monumental for his final

MLS Warned Off Neymar MSN Reunion With Messi, SuarezGiuseppe Rossi has warned MLS against an MSN reunion of Neymar, Messi and Suarez at Inter Miami, calling it clicks over football as age catc

Nico Paz: Tipped to Inherit Messi's Argentina No. 10Nico Paz curled in a left-footed beauty off a Messi assist in the Benin farewell. With FIFA keeping the No. 10 alive, the 22-year-old is tip

Messi Chooses Club Ownership Over Coaching, BBC ReportsMessi has chosen club ownership over coaching, BBC Sport reports: an Inter Miami stake awaits at retirement, Newell's is off the table.

Messi's Farewell Speech: Tears and TributesMessi called his Argentina farewell 'the most difficult day' in a 10-minute Monumental speech as Scaloni, Enzo, De Paul and Neymar led the t

Messi Scores in Final Argentina Match: 3-0 vs BeninMessi marked his 208th and final Argentina appearance with his 126th goal as Argentina beat Benin 3-0 in a sold-out farewell at the Monument

Messi's Argentina Career: Numbers of a Legend208 caps, 125 goals, a World Cup, six tournaments: the defining numbers of Lionel Messi's 21-year Argentina career, closed on 6 Oct 2026.

Neymar's Emotional Tribute to Messi: 'Thank You, Leo'Neymar posted an emotional Instagram tribute to Messi before his final Argentina match vs Benin: 'Not only Argentina, the whole world thanks

Messi's Farewell Night: Concert, Drone Show, PyrotechnicsAFA built a spectacle around Messi's farewell: a pre-match concert, a sold-out Monumental, drones, pyrotechnics and a post-match ceremony wi

Messi's Farewell Video: 'Thank You for Loving Me'Hours before the Benin match, Messi released a farewell video: "The moment has arrived. I leave in peace. I gave it my all." His words and t

Messi's Farewell: How to Watch Argentina vs Benin for FreeMessi's final Argentina match has no English TV in the US - but it is free-to-air in Argentina. How to watch the Benin farewell worldwide.

Argentina vs Benin Predicted Lineups: Messi Starts FarewellPredicted lineups for Messi's farewell: De Paul and Lo Celso in line to return, Otamendi's final cap, and Lautaro likely making way. Kick-of

From 'Mecci' to Legend: How Argentina Learned to Love MessiThe AFA once faxed Barcelona asking about a player called 'Mecci'. Tonight Messi bids Argentina farewell as a god - a 21-year love story.

Messi Could Retire From Football at End of 2026: ReportA new report claims Messi is weighing retirement from football at the end of 2026, despite his Inter Miami contract to 2028. Still unconfirm

Messi's Plan After Argentina: Messi Cup and EmpireAs Messi ends his Argentina career vs Benin, his future takes shape: the Messi Cup doubles to 16 academies in Miami and his business empire

Where to Watch Messi's Farewell vs Benin WorldwideHow to watch Argentina vs Benin, Messi's farewell, live: global TV and streaming — ZEE5, ViX, TUDN, beIN Sports, Movistar Plus, Premier Spor

Messi Joins Argentina Camp for Farewell vs BeninLionel Messi has reported to Argentina's Ezeiza camp ahead of his 6 October farewell vs Benin, training with the squad before Sunday's asado

Messi's Last Dance: Emotional Argentina Farewell vs BeninLionel Messi plays his final Argentina match on 6 October against Benin at a sold-out Estadio Monumental. Scaloni's tribute, the 208th cap a

Yamal Reveals What He Told Messi After World Cup FinalYamal told The Guardian what he whispered to Messi after the World Cup final — 'thank you for everything you gave football' — before the Ben

When Messi Joins Argentina Before BeninMessi landed in Argentina on Friday — earlier than Scaloni's Sunday plan — and is now with the squad in Ezeiza ahead of Tuesday's Benin fare

Scaloni: Argentina Won't Be the Same After MessiWith one training session left, Scaloni savours Messi's final days — and says the 39-year-old deserves another Ballon d'Or.

Scaloni on His Future and the New CaptainScaloni wants to stay and AFA has reportedly tabled a renewal: two years to the 2028 Copa América, with a 2030 World Cup option. Nothing sig

Ronaldo Likes Melo's Post Blasting Portugal's TreatmentCristiano Ronaldo endorsed Felipe Melo's blast at Portugal — then Portugal beat Denmark 4-2 without him as Fernandes pleaded for calm. The s

Romero: 'Messi Chose Me' — Emotional Captain Tribute'Me eligió': Romero's emotional confirmation that Messi chose him as captain — the handover completes Tuesday at the Monumental.

Roma Blocks Dybala, Molina From Messi FarewellAS Roma refused Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina permission to travel to Lionel Messi's October 6 farewell against Benin, citing sporting and

One Last Dance: Messi's Farewell NightAn emotional farewell awaits at the Monumental: 85,000 fans, a gold shirt, a vacant No. 10 and the 2022 winners — plus one big question abou

Messi to Get UBA's Top Honor Before Benin GameUBA rector Ricardo Gelpi on honoring Messi: 'a humble, persevering person, an example and ambassador of our popular culture' — ceremony Tues

Messi Still Among the World's Best at 39CBS Sports argues Lionel Messi remains one of the world's best at 39. The numbers back it: 207 caps, 125 goals, and a historic MLS season be

Messi Unveils Special Argentina Kit for Benin FarewellMessi's gold-trimmed farewell kit gets its moment Tuesday: the 'jersey for a lifetime' he wears for his final Argentina bow at the Monumenta

Messi Skips 5-0 Burkina Faso Rout for FarewellThe Burkina Faso rout is done — Messi arrived in Argentina on Friday and now trains with the farewell group ahead of Tuesday's Benin goodbye

Messi's Parade, Ronaldo's Walkout: Two Final GoodbyesPortugal won 4-2 in Denmark without Ronaldo as Fernandes pleaded for calm — while Messi's Buenos Aires farewell looms Tuesday. 'Cara y cruz.

Messi on Pace for Historic MLS MVP Three-PeatMLS's official MVP Power Rankings still have Messi on top with 21 goals and 13 assists as the final stretch begins — the three-peat is his t

Messi Lands in Argentina for Final Farewell MatchMessi has been in Argentina since Friday — with the Burkina Faso friendly done, the farewell group is together for tomorrow's Benin goodbye.

Dr Messi: Honorary Doctorate Before FarewellLionel Messi receives the University of Buenos Aires' highest honour, Doctor Honoris Causa, on Tuesday — hours before his Argentina farewell

Reuters: Messi's Hard-Won Love Story With ArgentinaReuters' farewell retrospective names the names — Souto, the 'Mecci' fax, the chef's tip — and Tuesday's Monumental goodbye is now a double

Messi's Gold 'Jersey for a Lifetime' for Benin Farewelladidas confirmed the gold-trimmed farewell kit is on sale worldwide -- and the whole Argentina team will wear it for Messi's October 6 Benin

Messi Wins MLS Goal of Matchday With Nashville CurlerMessi keeps collecting MLS Goal of Matchday awards: an 80.2% landslide for Matchday 28's impossible-angle free kick at Columbus, after the N

Messi Free-Kick Golazo Can't Save Miami in ColumbusMessi's 3%-xG free-kick stunner in Columbus still echoes a week on — his last club act before Tuesday's Argentina farewell at the Monumental

Messi's Eldense Thrash Real Oviedo 4-1A day after Lionel Messi completed his takeover of CD Eldense, the Segunda Division club thrashed Real Oviedo 4-1 for his first win as an ow

Messi's Doctor Reveals the Diet That Fixed His ProblemsMessi's former doctor Giuliano Poser recalls the secret Italy sessions that cured his vomiting and muscle problems — and the diet change tha

Messi Completes Eldense Takeover Before Benin FarewellMessi completed his Eldense takeover on the eve of his Argentina farewell — CSD approval still pending, a relegation fight waiting on the pi

Messi Argentina Farewell vs Benin, 6 OctMessi landed in Rosario on Friday and joins Argentina for his 208th and final cap against Benin on Tuesday. Tickets sold out in about 90 min

Messi's 76th Free-Kick: Two Short of World RecordOne night out: Messi's 76th career free-kick has him two behind Marcelinho Carioca — and Tuesday's farewell is the perfect stage for No. 77.

Meet Benin: Messi's Final Opponents TonightThe Cheetahs stand between Messi and a fairytale ending: coached by Gernot Rohr, ranked 89th, and arriving off AFCON 2027 qualifiers where t

Paredes Visits Argentina Camp Despite BanAFA has appealed to FIFA to cut Leandro Paredes' 10-match ban to three — if it works, the Bolivia, Burkina Faso and Benin games cover it.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on Ziggo Sport in the NetherlandsWatch Argentina vs Benin on Ziggo Sport 1 in the Netherlands: Messi's farewell at 1:00 AM CEST on 7 October. Ziggo Go streaming, replays and

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on ZEE5 in IndiaWatch Argentina vs Benin live on ZEE5 in India: Messi's farewell streams at 4:30 AM IST on 7 October. Subscription, apps and commentary deta

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on ViX and Prime Video in the USAHow to watch Argentina vs Benin live in the USA: ViX and Prime Video carry Messi's farewell — 7pm ET on 6 October, tiers and free options.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on ViX in Puerto RicoWatch Argentina vs Benin on ViX in Puerto Rico: Messi's farewell streams on ViX Premium, 7:00 PM AST on 6 October. Coverage begins 6:45 PM.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on ViX Premium in MexicoMessi's farewell streams tomorrow: watch Argentina vs Benin live on ViX Premium in Mexico at 5 PM CST — plans, apps and devices.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on TyC Sports and Telefe in ArgentinaWatch Argentina vs Benin live in Argentina on TyC Sports and Telefe: Messi's farewell on 6 October. TV channels, streaming apps and 20:00 ki

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on TyC Sports in ChileWatch Argentina vs Benin on TyC Sports in Chile via DirecTV 629/1629: Messi's farewell at 8 PM Chile time on 6 October. DGO streaming guide.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on Sky in San MarinoWatch Argentina vs Benin on Sky Sport Calcio in San Marino: Messi's farewell at 1:00 AM CEST on 7 October. Sky Go, NOW streaming and subscri

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on Sky Sport and NOW in ItalyWatch Argentina vs Benin live on Sky Sport and NOW in Italy: Messi's farewell on 7 October at 1:00 AM. Channels, streaming and kickoff detai

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on Shasha app in the Middle EastWatch Argentina vs Benin live on the Shasha app: Kuwait's stream for Messi's 6 October farewell — Gulf kickoff times, countries and sign-up.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on Premier Sports in the UKMessi's farewell is tomorrow: watch Argentina vs Benin live on Premier Sports in the UK — Player streaming, subscription and the midnight ki

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on Premier Sports in IrelandHow to watch Argentina vs Benin live in Ireland: Premier Sports shows the farewell exclusively on Premier Sports 2 and the Player, midnight

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on Movistar Plus in SpainWatch Argentina vs Benin live on Movistar Plus in Spain: Messi's farewell airs on dial 7 and M+ Liga de Campeones at 1:00 AM on 7 October.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on L'Équipe Live Foot in FranceWatch Argentina vs Benin live on L'Équipe Live Foot in France: 1:00 AM kickoff on Wednesday 7 October for Messi's farewell.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on Kantipur Max in NepalNepal guide: watch Argentina vs Benin live on Kantipur Max — 4:45am NPT kickoff on 7 October, TV and YouTube streaming for Messi's farewell.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on Ge TV in BrazilWatch Argentina vs Benin live and free on Ge TV in Brazil: Messi's farewell at 8 PM BRT on 6 October, on YouTube and Prime Video.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on DAZN in JapanWatch Argentina vs Benin live on DAZN in Japan: Messi's farewell streams at 8:00 AM JST on 7 October. App, subscription and kickoff details.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on DAZN in GermanyWatch Argentina vs Benin on DAZN in Germany: Messi's farewell streams at 1:00 AM CEST on 7 October. Apps, devices, plans and on-demand repla

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on Canal 11 in HondurasHonduras guide: watch Argentina vs Benin live on Canal 11 — free-to-air TV and canal11.hn streaming, 5:00 PM kickoff on 6 October.

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on beIN Sports in MENAArgentina vs Benin is tomorrow: watch Messi's farewell live on beIN Sports across MENA — channels, beIN CONNECT and TOD streaming, kickoff t

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on beIN Sports in New ZealandWatch Argentina vs Benin on beIN Sports 3 in New Zealand: Messi's farewell at 12:00 PM NZDT on 7 October, plus streaming, replays and packag

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on beIN Sports 3 in AustraliaAustralia guide: Argentina vs Benin on beIN Sports 3 at 10:00 AM AEDT on 7 October — TV channel, beIN Sports Connect stream for Messi's fare

FIFA Blocks Messi No. 10 Shirt RetirementFIFA has blocked Argentina from retiring Messi's No. 10 — and the shirt stays vacant until after tomorrow's Benin farewell. Who gets it next

Emi Martinez: Messi Will Leave 'A Massive Void'Dibu on the eve of the farewell: Messi leaves 'a massive void' — and the keeper wants to see him smile one last time at the Monumental.

Dybala and Molina Miss Messi's FarewellRoma blocked Dybala and Molina from Messi's 6 October farewell vs Benin, with Gasperini keeping them in Italy for Como and Real Madrid.

De Paul, Lo Celso Could Bow Out With Messi TooRodrigo De Paul and Giovani Lo Celso were called up only for the Benin farewell — and Tuesday could be their last Argentina cap too, alongsi

Burkina Faso Stranded: Argentina Friendly at RiskBurkina Faso remain stranded in Morocco after their charter flight was cancelled, putting Saturday's friendly against Argentina in Buenos Ai

Benin Keeper Dandjinou: 'We Are Not Tourists in Argentina'Benin goalkeeper Marcel Dandjinou told Marca he will try to save anything Messi sends his way, insisting Benin came to Buenos Aires to compe

Benin Camp Chaos: Hotels, Flights Blight Messi FarewellBenin's camp ordeal, Roma's Dybala/Molina block and Otamendi's recall: the farewell week's controversies, one day before Messi's 208th cap.

beIN Sports to Air Messi's Final Argentina Match LivebeIN Sports airs Messi's Argentina farewell live tomorrow, 6 October — with ViX and Prime Video in the US, ZEE5 in India and Telefe in Argen

Argentina vs Benin: Predictions, Picks and OddsBookmakers price Argentina at 1.05 to beat Benin in Messi's farewell, but the models see value in over 2.5 goals and a 3-0 scoreline at the

Argentina Rout Bolivia 4-0 in First Match Without MessiArgentina beat Bolivia 4-0 then thrashed Burkina Faso 7-0, with Paz and Álvarez among the scorers — Messi's farewell against Benin is next.

First-Ever Meeting: Argentina vs Benin by the NumbersBBC Sport's stat rundown: Argentina vs Benin is the first-ever meeting between the two nations — the numbers behind Messi's farewell night.

Argentina Thrash Burkina Faso 7-0 Without MessiTwo days on, the 7-0 rout fades into context: Otamendi returns for a double farewell, Messi trains with the squad, and Tuesday is all that m

How to watch Argentina vs Benin live on TUDN in USAWatch Argentina vs Benin live in the USA on TUDN: Messi's farewell on 6 October, 7pm ET. Spanish-language broadcast, streaming options and k