Ángel Di María will be present at the Estadio Mâs Monumental to witness Lionel Messi's final international match for Argentina when the World Champions face Benin in a friendly on October 6.
Speaking to the press following Rosario Central's victory over Argentinos Juniors, Di María confirmed he will stay in Buenos Aires after playing against Banfield on October 5 to attend the landmark match. Expressing deep emotion over his long-time teammate's retirement from international football, the former Argentina winger noted how challenging it will be for the national team and football fans worldwide to envision an Argentine side without Messi, emphasizing that everyone should cherish his final appearance.
The match against Benin serves as the centerpiece of Argentina's upcoming three-match friendly series and Messi's final outing in the national shirt. The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has extended formal invitations to the entire 2022 Qatar World Cup-winning squad and their families to attend. AFA President Claudio Tapia stated that bringing together the World Cup champions for this occasion will create an unforgettable moment for the entire nation.
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