Lionel Messi retires: What records and titles does Argentina legend hold?
Summary
Lionel Messi, one of the greatest football players, has retired from international soccer after a 21-year career with Argentina. He holds many records, including the most appearances and goals for Argentina, and has won significant trophies like the FIFA World Cup and Copa America.Key Facts
- Messi retired from international football in 2026 at age 39.
- He won the FIFA World Cup once with Argentina in 2022 and reached the finals three times (2014, 2022, 2026).
- Messi won the Copa America twice, in 2021 and 2024.
- He has scored 125 international goals, the most for any South American player.
- Messi played in six World Cups, tied for the most with Cristiano Ronaldo.
- He holds the record for the most appearances (207) and assists (60) for Argentina.
- Messi has the most goals from penalties and most Player of the Match awards in World Cups.
- He is the only player to have scored in World Cups in his teens, twenties, and thirties.
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