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Messi’s Final Match: Benin Faces Argentina in Buenos Aires

Benin plays Argentina Tuesday night in Buenos Aires in a historic friendly: Lionel Messi's last appearance in the albiceleste jersey. The Estadio Monumental will be full, and Benin aims to honor the moment while staying competitive.


Marcus Bennett
Marcus Bennett
October 7, 2026  ·  1 min read
B-Empire Magazine
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This Tuesday night at 23:00 UTC, Benin faces Argentina in Buenos Aires for a historic friendly match: the final appearance of Lionel Messi wearing the albiceleste jersey, reports RFI.

The Estadio Monumental is expected to be sold out for this exceptional event. The Benin national team, nicknamed the Cheetahs, approaches this match with pride, joy, and respect, while aiming to remain competitive against one of the greatest teams in world football.

Messi’s farewell match promises to be a moment filled with emotion and memories, both for the players and the supporters present in the stadium.

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