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The Argentine press surrendered to Messi in his last match with the 'Albiceleste'
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Rumour1 independent source roots · 1 total claims on file
Chronological Trajectory Map
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First Reported· Marc Canosa (Mundo Deportivo)
26d ago (7 Oct)"Leo Messi (39 años) puso punto final a su etapa con la selección de Argentina después de haberlo conseguido prácticamente todo."
State: Developing
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Official Resolution
26d ago (7 Oct)"Leo Messi (39 years old) put an end to his time with the Argentina national team after having achieved practically everything. He did it in the early morning hours of Tuesday to Wednesday in a friendly match against Benin (3-0) that served as a tribute to say goodbye to one of the greatest legends..."
State: Rumour Outcome Verified