Lionel Messi has brought his 21-year international career with Argentina to an end, signing off with a goal and two assists in a 3-nil friendly victory over Benin.

The 39-year-old captain made his final appearance on Tuesday before more than 85,000 fans at Buenos Aires’ Monumental Stadium.

The occasion was marked by celebrations honouring Messi’s extraordinary contribution to Argentine football, bringing an emotional close to one of the sport’s most celebrated international careers.