Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina's squad for a friendly against Benin on October 6, marking his international farewell after announcing his retirement last month. The 39-year-old concludes a two-decade career that saw him win the 2022 World Cup and Copa America titles in 2021 and 2024. Argentine FA president Claudio Tapia confirmed the match at River Plate's Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires will be a deserving send-off, inviting all 2022 World Cup winners. Messi, Argentina's all-time record scorer with 125 goals, will make his 208th and final appearance. Argentina also faces Bolivia on September 30 and Burkina Faso on October 3. FIFA previously sanctioned Argentina for a "Falklands are Argentine" banner after their World Cup semifinal win against England. Additionally, Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina, and Thiago Almada received suspensions following the World Cup final defeat to Spain. Messi's club contract with Inter Miami runs until 2028.