Benin Defender Says Team Will Not Mark Messi in Farewell Match
· Sports · Times of India, Sportstar
Benin defender Mohamed Tijani stated that his team will not man-mark Lionel Messi during Argentina's upcoming international friendly in Buenos Aires. The match at the Estadio Monumental marks Messi's final international appearance for Argentina in the blue-and-white shirt. Tijani expressed admiration for the Argentine captain and said his squad wants to enjoy sharing the pitch with the football icon. Messi announced his international retirement on September 1 following Argentina's 0-1 defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. The report does not specify the exact attendance figures expected for the farewell fixture.
Why it matters
The match marks the end of an era for international football as Lionel Messi plays his final game for Argentina after a record-breaking career.
Read the original report — Times of India
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