Messi Could Play His Last Match in Argentina

Lionel Messi Will Play vs Venezuela in Argentina

It Could Be His Last Official Match at Home

He Has Played 48 Matches on Argentine Soil

Everything indicates that Lionel Messi could play his last official match in Argentina on September 4, when the national team faces Venezuela at the Estadio Monumental in the World Cup 2026 Qualifiers.

Lionel Messi’s Last Matches Before the World Cup

Argentina, already qualified, will play two more games:

September 4: vs Venezuela (Buenos Aires)

September 9: vs Ecuador (away)

After that match, the Albiceleste would not play again officially in Argentina until the World Cup.

Messi Could Play His Last Match in Argentina – Photo: Shutterstock

48 Matches, An Unforgettable Story

If confirmed, Messi would close his cycle on Argentine soil with 48 official matches, 26 victories, and more than 50% effectiveness, leaving behind a historic record in his country.

Scaloni Called Him With His Full Starting XI

Although the team is already qualified, Lionel Scaloni confirmed Messi in the squad, raising expectations of a possible farewell in front of his people.

Messi could play his last official match in Argentina / Photo: AFA

Will There Be a Tribute for Lionel Messi?

The AFA has not confirmed any official ceremony, but everything suggests that the day will become a historic and unrepeatable moment for Argentine football.

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