LONDON, Oct 7 (Bernama-PA Media/dpa) -- Lionel Messi leaves international football after one of the greatest careers on that stage the game has seen.
World : Messi: The Argentina Career That Finally Delivered His Greatest Prize
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- The 39-year-old finally fulfilled his destiny when he guided Argentina to World Cup glory four years ago, but that was far from the full extent of an extraordinary journey, reported PA Media/dpa.
- In all he appeared in six World Cup tournaments, reaching the final on three occasions with two runners-up finishes as well that long-awaited success in Qatar four years ago.
- Compared to the first half of his club career, when he set the world alight with Barcelona, Messi’s impact with Argentina was more of a slow-burner.
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