Lionel Messi: Lionel Messi gave an emotional speech after playing the last international match in Argentina (Argentina Football Team) jersey. The 39-year-old superstar said that it was a matter of great pride for him to play in the national team jersey for more than two decades. He repeatedly became emotional when talking about his teammates, supporters and the success he achieved for Argentina.
‘I remember my father first tonight’
Messi remembered his late father at the beginning of the speech. “The first person I remember tonight is my father. I can only thank you all. It has been a great honor for me to represent this jersey for more than 20 years. We never stopped fighting, never backed down from giving it our all. Playing for Argentina is the best feeling,” he said.
‘I was very close to winning the World Cup again’
The World Cup also came up in Messi’s speech. “We came very close to winning the World Cup again,” he said. After that he stopped for a while and accepted the love of the supporters of the gallery. Messi also said that how the team gave their all in the World Cup.
‘I’ve always given everything for this jersey’
Messi added, “We gave everything in the World Cup. The match against England was very important for us. We fought with all our strength. We fought all our lives. So never doubt that we always gave our all for this jersey.”
‘You made all my dreams come true’
Messi then thanked his teammates. In his words, “I want to thank all my teammates. You have made all my dreams come true. World Cup, Copa America, Finalissima—everything. I was among the warriors. I will miss this time.” At the same time, he thanked the supporters. Messi said that wherever he played, the stadium was always packed and it felt like they were playing at home everywhere.
‘Don’t want to leave this place’
Finally, Messi became more emotional. “I don’t want to leave this place. I don’t want to leave the field. I love you all and will miss you all. I’m proud to be Argentine. I’m proud to fulfill my dream,” he said. After Messi’s words, Estadio Monumental was flooded with emotion again.