Ronaldo pays moving tribute to Messi after his last Argentine match
Cristiano Ronaldo posted a heartfelt tribute to Lionel Messi after the latter's final match wearing the Argentine shirt. Messi played against Benin on the night of Tuesday to Wednesday (Belgian time), providing two assists and scoring a goal before hanging up his boots with the Argentine national team.
The crowd in the stadium, as well as the viewers at home, were moved by the Pulga's performance. His goal sealed a perfect ending, while his two assists reminded everyone of his creative genius. The emotion was palpable in the stands and on the screens.
Messi's farewell message
On Instagram, Messi wrote a long thank‑you message. “Yesterday was my last match and I already miss wearing the Argentina shirt. I know I am making the right decision. It has been an incredible journey, full of joys and also of sorrows, but I am sure that every step I took was worth it,” he wrote. He saluted the supporters and the people who made his adventure possible.
Cristiano Ronaldo responded under the same post, offering an unexpected tribute. “Leo, so many years defending your country and a story that will forever be etched in memory. All my respect for what you have accomplished with Argentina. I hug you,” he declared. The gesture surprised fans around the world.
A symbolic gesture from CR7
Ronaldo announced that he would exceptionally wear Messi's shirt for an evening, scheduled for December. This initiative, described as “a beautiful diversion”, shows the mutual respect between the two legends. Social media quickly spread the news.
The article, signed Brian Pierard, was published in the Sports Football section under the title “A story that will forever be etched in memory”. The text reminds that Messi's career is drawing to a close and that football loses one of its greatest craftsmen.
Lionel Messi has officially hung up his boots with the Argentine national team, leaving behind a historic page. His final goal and his two assists will remain engraved in football's collective memory.