Messi finishes his Argentina career with the most men's World Cup appearances of all time – 34 spread across six tournaments, the joint-most tournaments played alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Guillermo Ochoa. He scored or assisted 185 times in his 207 caps, a record 35 of which came at a major tournament. The Argentine's career with Argentina was singular, and his exit is a reminder that all good things come to an end.
Messi remains the best player in Major League Soccer, having scored four goals and provided an assist against Montreal, pushing him into the lead for the league's golden boot. He remains under a guaranteed contract at Miami through 2028, but his international exit has cast doubt on whether he will play out that deal. Messi is an idol at the club and would face little resistance if he chose to bring his career to a close at the end of this season.
If you're in North America, or if you can make it there, go see Lionel Messi now, while you still have a chance. His level in MLS has not declined, and he remains a must-see player and Miami a must-watch team.