PSG greets Lionel Messi as Argentina prepares its farewell

Argentina will face Benin on the night of Tuesday to Wednesday at 1:00 at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires, and Paris Saint‑Germain posted a message to salute Lionel Messi before his final international farewell. The club shared a photo of the “Pulga” in Parisian colours, accompanied by the text “The end of an unforgettable chapter with Argentina. Enjoy it, Leo.”

Tributes pour in from around the world

The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, who is about to make his international retirement official, has received congratulations from many players, including Neymar, former teammate at FC Barcelona and Paris Saint‑Germain. Neymar posted a tribute highlighting Messi’s impact on football.

Supporters quickly reacted on PSG’s social media, some expressing their displeasure. One user wrote: “You mistreated our GOAT, we won’t forgive you,” while another added: “You mistreated him.”

Despite these criticisms, the atmosphere remains festive. The Monumental Stadium is preparing to host a large crowd, ready to celebrate the 2022 World Cup champion and double Copa América winner of 2021 and 2024.

The PSG message, displayed with the Argentine flag and clapping hands, underscores the strong bond between the Parisian club and the Argentine player, recalling his arrival in 2021 after his departure from Barça.

Ultimately, the evening promises to be memorable, marking the end of an era for Argentina and giving fans one last chance to pay tribute to Lionel Messi.