@FootynewsThe match finally concluded and the referee held back tears after the game ended. Following Lionel Messi's final match representing Argentina, the official presented him with the cards used during the match. The referee understood the significance of the event ending. Everyone surrendered before number 10. The referee had to say stop even though everyone wished the match would last forever.
View original postPhoto by @Footynews· Oct 7, 2026· Lionel Messi
The image shows a soccer match with Lionel Messi in his Argentina jersey being shown a yellow card by the referee. The mood is tense and serious, typical of a competitive game. A notable detail is the FIFA Referee 2026 badge on the referee's shirt.
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Lionel Messi WC Final Benin@FootynewsThe match finally concluded and the referee held back tears after the game ended. Following Lionel Messi's final match representing Argentina, the official presented him with the cards used during the match. The referee understood the significance of the event ending. Everyone surrendered before number 10. The referee had to say stop even though everyone wished the match would last forever.
View original postPhoto by @Footynews· Oct 7, 2026· Lionel Messi
The image shows a soccer match with Lionel Messi in his Argentina jersey being shown a yellow card by the referee. The mood is tense and serious, typical of a competitive game. A notable detail is the FIFA Referee 2026 badge on the referee's shirt.
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