Archive · 8 Oct 2026
Ronaldo Sends Messi a Hug After Argentina Farewell
Lionel Messi has stopped playing for Argentina, according to the article.
His last game was against Benin in Buenos Aires.
After the match, he said he already missed wearing Argentina’s blue-and-white shirt.
He also said his journey had happy and sad moments.
Messi thanked his family for supporting him.
Cristiano Ronaldo replied with kind words.
He praised Messi’s time playing for Argentina and sent him a hug.
Lionel Messi played what the article describes as his final game for Argentina against Benin in Buenos Aires on Tuesday, October 6.
After the match, Messi said he already missed wearing Argentina’s blue-and-white jersey.
Messi described his international career as an incredible journey with joys and sadness.
He said his family supported him, especially during difficult moments.
Cristiano Ronaldo responded by praising Messi’s years representing Argentina and sending him “a hug.”
- Who
- Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
- What
- Messi said he missed Argentina’s jersey after his final game for the national team, and Ronaldo sent him a message of support.
- When
- Messi’s last game was Tuesday, October 6; Ronaldo responded afterward.
- Where
- The match against Benin was played in Buenos Aires.
- Why
- Messi said he was making the right decision to stop playing for Argentina and was reflecting on his international career.
- Players
- Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
- Opponent
- Benin
- Match location
- Buenos Aires
- Date stated
- Tuesday, October 6
- Messi’s message
- He said he already missed wearing Argentina’s blue-and-white jersey.
- Ronaldo’s response
- He praised Messi’s record with Argentina and sent him “a hug.”