Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:29am on 02 Apr 2026,Thursday Sports
Lionel Messi broke down in tears during his final match on home soil as Argentina national football team defeated Zambia 5-0 in a friendly at La Bombonera. The 38-year-old scored once and assisted Julián Álvarez, taking his international tally to 116 goals and 902 career strikes. The emotional night marked a likely farewell before the FIFA World Cup 2026, where he is expected to make his final appearance. Moved by fans’ chants, Messi acknowledged the moment’s significance. Argentina, the defending champions, now prepare for the tournament aiming to retain their title with their iconic captain leading one last campaign.
