Lionel Messi is saying goodbye to the Argentina national team. After a lengthy international career that included a FIFA World Cup win, two Copa Americas and an Olympic gold medal, Messi is retiring from Argentina after one final game. Messi's career will still - Facebook

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Lionel Messi is saying goodbye to the Argentina national team. After a lengthy international career that included a FIFA World Cup win, two Copa Americas and an Olympic gold medal, Messi is retiring from Argentina after one final game. Messi's career will still Facebook

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