Messi to play final Argentina match against Benin in Buenos Aires

Lionel Messi will play his final match for Argentina on Tuesday night, when the Albiceleste face Benin in a friendly in Buenos Aires, according to CNews and OKDIARIO. The game is scheduled to kick off at 1am local time, in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

A farewell after more than 20 years

Messi made his debut for Argentina more than 20 years ago and has since earned over 200 caps, according to OKDIARIO. The Spanish outlet notes that his official goodbye was initially expected to come in the World Cup final against Spain, but a tribute match was instead arranged.

Kick-off time and broadcast details

CNews reports that the match is the third and final friendly of the current international window for Argentina. L'Équipe and Evening Standard both provide information on how to watch the match, with the latter describing it as the moment "the game's greatest player bows out."

A night of emotion

CNews highlights that "the emotion will be there" for what is expected to be an emotional occasion. The friendly serves as a tribute to one of the most decorated players in football history, bringing an end to a remarkable international career.