Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football with Argentina after winning 207 caps. In a statement on Instagram, Messi said the decision was painful but that the time has come. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent his country and noted that there are great young players coming up who deserve to be in the team. The 39-year-old had earlier expressed doubts about continuing after the death of his father.
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