Messi retires from Argentina duty with 'nothing left to give'
Argentina great Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that "hurt" but he understands "the time has come".
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"Time is running short, chapters come to a close, and this is one that hurts me deeply."
— Lionel Messi , Athlete
"I've given it my all, I have nothing left to give, and besides, there are some really great young players coming through behind me who deserve their chance."
— Lionel Messi , Athlete
"Thank you for all the love over the past 20 years."
— Lionel Messi , Athlete
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Argentina great Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that "hurt" but he understands "the time has come".
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