October 8
The match against Benin was "La Pulga's" final game with Argentina.
Alejandro Domínguez, President of the South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL), surprised Argentine star Lionel Messi with a new challenge following his retirement from international football.
Messi played his final international match for Argentina against Benin early yesterday, concluding a storied career marked by numerous achievements—most notably winning the 2022 World Cup.
According to Spanish sources, the CONMEBOL president suggested that Lionel Messi play in the Copa Libertadores, noting that it is "the only thing missing" to complete his successful career.
Alejandro said: "I think the only thing missing is playing in the Copa Libertadores."
The Paraguayan official’s statement came in a video posted on his social media accounts, recorded when he met Messi during the latter's farewell match with the Argentine national team at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires.
The CONMEBOL president laughingly asked Messi, "Do you accept the challenge?" while Messi remained silent in response to the proposal.
The *Albiceleste* captain concluded his era with a penalty goal and two assists that sealed a 3–0 victory over Benin.
