Lionel Messi retirement: Football legend claims he is 'fighting last battles' for Argentina after reaching Copa America 2024 finals
Cristiano Ronaldo had stated that this was going to be his last Euro Cup 2024, which saw his team, Portugal, crash out in the quarterfinals, another big blow hits the football fans as Lionel Messi has dropped a big retirement hint after Argentina beat Canada and reached the finals of the Copa America 2024.
Lionel Messi retirement on the cards?
Messi's contribution in Argentina reaching the finals of the Copa America 2024 has been monumental, including his 51st minute goal in the semifinal game against Canada, which Argentina won 2-0. Messi is considering hanging up his boots after playing for the national team in many global championships, including being a pivotal part of the last FIFA World Cup winning squad. According to a Goal.com report, Messi reacted to the win against Canada along with the fact that these were his 'last battles' for the team. Therefore, Messi claimed, he is enjoying the last moments the best way he could.
Copa America 2024 finals: Who will Argentina face?
Argentina are already through to the finals but will have to wait it out to know who their opponents in the Copa America 2024 finals will be. Messi and his team will be closely watching the Uruguay vs Colombia second semifinal game, as this game will decide which team Messi's dream finals will be against.
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