Messi named on Argentina call-up list for friendlies
Federico Bueno has reported that Lionel Messi's name appears on Argentina's call-up list for three home friendlies scheduled from September 30 to October 6, raising the possibility of a farewell appearance after the forward confirmed his international retirement at the end of August following the World Cup final against Spain. Argentina will play Bolivia in Córdoba on September 30, then host Burkina Faso on October 3 and Benin on October 6 at River Plate Stadium in Buenos Aires. The Argentine Football Association confirmed the fixture schedule, but the official squad has not yet been announced.
Messi appears on Argentina's call-up list for home friendlies.
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Messi retired from international football at the end of August after the World Cup final against Spain. He last played in Argentina on March 31, 2026, scoring and assisting. Argentina will play three home friendlies from September 30 to…
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