"Captain Lionel Messi led Argentina to a 5-0 victory over Zambia, marking an emotional farewell match at La Bombonera before the team departs for the 2026 World Cup."
"Messi assisted Julián Álvarez in the fourth minute, giving Argentina an early lead, and later scored his 116th international goal just before halftime."
"In a gesture of camaraderie, Messi allowed veteran defender Nicolás Otamendi to take a penalty kick in his final home game after announcing his retirement from the national team."
"The match concluded with an own goal by Zambia and a goal from Valentín Barco, solidifying Argentina's back-to-back victories in the FIFA window."
Argentina secured a 5-0 victory against Zambia in Lionel Messi's farewell match at La Bombonera. Messi started the match, assisting Julián Álvarez for an early goal and scoring his 116th international goal. He later allowed Nicolás Otamendi to take a penalty in his final home game. An own goal by Zambia and a goal from Valentín Barco completed the scoring. This match concluded Argentina's FIFA window, with a focus on defending their title at the upcoming World Cup.
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