Lionel Messi Scores in Farewell Match as Argentina Defeats Benin
Lionel Messi marked his official farewell to Argentina with a goal from a penalty and two assists, leading his team to a 3-0 victory over Benin in an international friendly at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires.
Wilkes Barre Scranton Hazleton, PA, October 6, 2026 — Lionel Messi scored one goal and provided two assists as Argentina secured a 3-0 victory over Benin in an international friendly match. The game, which served as an official farewell for the star player to his national team’s home fans, took place at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires.
Messi converted a penalty kick, adding to his team’s tally and marking a significant moment in his departure from representing Argentina on home soil. His performance also included setting up two other goals for his teammates. The match was an international friendly, a type of game often used for team preparation and player tributes.
The opponent, Benin, was unable to score during the encounter. The scoreline of 3-0 reflects Argentina’s dominance in the match. The location of the game, the Monumental Stadium, is a well-known venue in Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital city. Specific details regarding the exact date of the match, the duration of Messi’s involvement, or the names of the other goal scorers were not provided in the summary information. The summary does not include information about what Messi will do next or any future matches involving Argentina or Messi.
Story summarized from the original created by DÉBORA REY, Associated Press on www.2822news.com, see more information here.
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