Lionel Messi Scores in Emotional Argentina Farewell
Fireworks, family and drones marked Lionel Messi’s final match in Argentina’s colors, closing the curtain on one of the greatest international careers the sport has ever seen. NBC’s Emilie Ikeda reports and MLS analyst Taylor Twellman joins TODAY to reflect on Messi’s remarkable.
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- Published: Oct 7, 2026, 11:46 AM UTC
- Coverage area: Culture & Society
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