Benin in Buenos Aires to face Argentina in Messi's farewell match | OneFootball

Excitement is at its peak in Argentina. The Benin National Team delegation is already settled in BuenosAires as they await next Tuesday, October 6, the date on which they will face the Argentina National Team at the Monumental Stadium. This international match will be far more than just another fixture, as it will mark Lionel Messi’s final official match wearing the Albiceleste shirt.

The opponent’s respect ahead of a historic night

For the African side, this clash represents an absolute milestone, as it will be the first time in their history that they face a national team from outside their continent. Far from treating it as a simple friendly, Benin’s players expressed their deep admiration for the Argentine captain.

Forward Steve Mounié captured the feeling and respect shared by his entire squad ahead of the match:

“It is his final footballing moment with Argentina. The whole stadium will be waiting for that; it is a moment for him and it must be respected, also for his family and his career. What I hope is that he enjoys the moment.”

The details of the “Last Dance”

The match will kick off at 8:00 p.m. with a Mâs Monumental Stadium that will be completely full after tickets sold out in less than two hours. To honor the Rosario star at the end of his legendary 21-year spell, the AFA has arranged a series of special events that will include the presence of the Qatar 2022 world champions alongside their families, a Fan Fest near the stadium, and the debut of an exclusive kit inspired by the national flag that the players will wear only once.

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