Benin
News brief · 7 Oct 2026
Messi caps Argentina career with 3-0 win over Benin
In his final appearance, Messi scored a penalty and provided two assists as Argentina defeated Benin 3-0 at the Monumental.
News brief · 7 Oct 2026
Messi to play final Argentina match in friendly against Benin
Messi will don the Argentina shirt for the last time in a Buenos Aires friendly versus Benin, after 208 caps and a World Cup win.
News brief · 6 Oct 2026
Messi's farewell friendly sees Benin goalkeeper vow to stop legend
Argentina's 39‑year‑old star will play his final match against Benin in Buenos Aires, while Benin keeper Marcel Dandjinou promises to challenge him.