Lionel Messi farewell match LIVE Score Argentina vs Benin: Messi and ARG in search of opening goal in emotional match
Live Score Argentina vs Benin: Follow all the updates of Lionel Messi farewell match for Argentina.
Lionel Messi farewell match Live Score Argentina vs Benin: The day Argentina fans never wanted to see has arrived. Lionel Messi will play his final match for the national team on Tuesday when the World Cup champions face Benin at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires. The occasion has been billed as “The Night That No One Wants to End”, with thousands expected to gather for an emotional farewell to their captain. Messi has already confirmed that his international career is coming to an end, bringing down the curtain on a journey that saw him win the 2022 World Cup and two Copa America titles. He leaves Argentina as their record appearance maker and top scorer.
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- 7 Oct 2026, 05:19:38 AM IST
Benin test ARG defence
Benin are not simply sitting back either, as they continue to test the Argentine defence and create some promising chances. They will be hoping to stun the three time world champions if they can make the most of these openings. ARG 0-0 BEN 19'
- 7 Oct 2026, 05:12:26 AM IST
10th minute tribute for MESSI!
The entire stadium rises to its feet in the 10th minute as the match is paused for a special tribute to Lionel Messi. Fireworks light up the sky at the Monumental as the crowd celebrates the Argentina captain, while every Benin player comes over to shake hands with Messi in a special show of respect. ARG 0-0 BEN 10'
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- 7 Oct 2026, 05:08:54 AM IST
Messi's shot saved!
Lionel Messi takes a shot from outside the box, but the Benin goalkeeper makes the save. Messi and Argentina continue to search for the opening goal. ARG 0-0 BEN9'
- 7 Oct 2026, 05:04:27 AM IST
Messi takes short corner!
Lionel Messi takes the short corner to Julian Alvarez as the duo try to create something down the left flank, but the move comes to nothing. As expected, Argentina dominate possession in the early minutes, with all eyes on Messi on this emotional night. ARG 0-0 BEN 4'
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- 7 Oct 2026, 05:00:55 AM IST
Kick-off at the Estadio Monumental!
Kick-off at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, and it is an emotional one for football fans around the world as Lionel Messi plays his final match for Argentina.
- 7 Oct 2026, 04:55:29 AM IST
Lionel Messi emotional at national anthem!
An emotional moment at the Monumental as Lionel Messi fights back tears during the national anthem ahead of his final game for Argentina. The weight of the occasion is clear on the captain’s face as he prepares to lead his country one last time.
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- 7 Oct 2026, 04:49:20 AM IST
Messi walks onto the field with his sons!
Lionel Messi walks out for the national anthem with his three sons by his side, making this emotional Argentina farewell even more special. The Monumental is ready for a memorable night as the GOAT prepares for his final game in the Argentina shirt.
- 7 Oct 2026, 04:37:51 AM IST
Messi completes warm-up!
Lionel Messi has completed his warm-up and is now just minutes away from walking out for his final game in an Argentina shirt. There is already a special tribute waiting for him on the pitch, with a giant Argentina jersey laid out in the middle featuring ‘Gracias’ and Messi’s iconic No. 10.
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- 7 Oct 2026, 04:30:59 AM IST
Neymar pens emotional letter for Messi!
Quem ama futebol te aproveitou ao longo desses anos… Hoje é seu ultimo jogo com a camisa da tua seleção, do teu país e eu espero que você curta cada segundo, que todas as homenagens hoje te façam feliz. Não é só Argentina que te agradece, o mundo agradece por tudo que fez ao futebol. Obrigado por me fazer amar ainda mais o futebol, foi uma honra ter jogado contra você e mais ainda fazer história ao seu lado. GRACIAS Leo Messi 🐐
— Neymar Jr (@neymarjr) October 6, 2026Neymar has penned an emotional letter for Lionel Messi ahead of his final game for Argentina, thanking his former Barcelona teammate for inspiring millions and for the memories they shared on and off the pitch.
- 7 Oct 2026, 04:25:42 AM IST
Ronaldinho's message for Messi!
Qué placer y qué alegría haber formado parte de tu historia desde el primer día hermano! Nos hiciste sonreír y disfrutar tanto del fútbol!!! Tu nombre está en la historia de tu país, de todo el mundo... Solo nosotros sabemos la alegría que sentimos al cumplir nuestro sueño de infancia, representar a toda nuestra nación y ser campeones del mundo!!!! Lo diste todo por tu selección y por tu país... Te entiendo perfectamente y sé que todo lo relacionado con la familia nos hace replantearnos las cosas... Disfruta de la vida, hermano. Te deseo lo mejor, hoy y siempre
— Ronaldinho (@10Ronaldinho) October 6, 2026Ronaldinho shares an emotional message for Lionel Messi ahead of his Argentina farewell, reflecting on their journey, their shared World Cup dream and Messi’s legacy with the national team.
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- 7 Oct 2026, 04:18:04 AM IST
Lionel Messi in starting line-up!
#AD10S 🐐 ✔️ Formación confirmada de la Scaloneta para vivir una noche mágica en el Monumental 🫶 Sí, guardate esta imagen para toda la vida ⚽️ Se nos viene #Argentina 🇦🇷 🆚 Benín 🇧🇯 Una vez más, ¡todos juntos! 🥹 https://t.co/RBDILpqxhF
— 🇦🇷 Selección Argentina ⭐⭐⭐ (@Argentina) October 6, 2026Lionel Messi in the starting line-up as he leads Argentina in his final international appearance.
- 7 Oct 2026, 04:10:56 AM IST
Messi in tears at team bus!
Lionel Messi crying on the team bus. https://t.co/PnYz7Gmrmu
— Roy Nemer (@RoyNemer) October 6, 2026Lionel Messi fights back tears as he arrives at the stadium on the team bus ahead of his emotional Argentina farewell.
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- 7 Oct 2026, 04:06:51 AM IST
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Hello and welcome to our live blog of Lionel Messi farewell match in international football as Argentina take on Benin.