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Lionel Messi is set to make his 208th and final appearance for Argentina in a friendly against Benin on October 6, in what officials describe as the farewell he deserves. The match will mark the end of his international career with the national team. The announcement caps a storied career for Messi with the Argentine national side, including a World Cup title, and is expected to draw significant global attention as fans anticipate his final appearance in the sky-blue jersey.