The Argentine Football Association (AFA) organized a nationwide tribute to Lionel Messi during all domestic football matches this weekend, pausing for one minute at the 10th minute of play. The pause honors the No. 10 jersey that the player transformed into a national symbol. Messi, aged 39, announced his international retirement on September 1, weeks after the death of his father and agent, Jorge Messi. His decision followed Argentina’s defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, months after his title win in Qatar in 2022.
Source: Read the original article
