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Lionel Messi retirement announcement 10 years ago

10 years ago today, Messi announced he was retiring from the Argentine national team after losing the Copa América final. He said, "I tried my hardest. It's been four finals, and I wasn't able to win. I tried everything possible. It hurts me more than anyone, but it's clear that this isn't for me." He made the announcement in a post-match interview with TyC Sports.

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Harrymadrid@harrymadrid

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Lionel Messi retirement announcement 10 years ago

10 years ago today, Messi announced he was retiring from the Argentine national team after losing the Copa América final. He said, "I tried my hardest. It's been four finals, and I wasn't able to win. I tried everything possible. It hurts me more than anyone, but it's clear that this isn't for me." He made the announcement in a post-match interview with TyC Sports.

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