Messi's international career with Argentina has been marked by significant achievements and milestones.
Argentina Debut
2005
Messi made his debut for the Argentina national team.
Copa América Final
2007
Argentina lost the Copa América final to Brazil, with Messi participating in the tournament.
FIFA World Cup Final
2014
Argentina lost the FIFA World Cup final to Germany, with Messi awarded the Golden Ball as the tournament's best player.
Copa América Centenario Final
2016
Argentina lost the Copa América Centenario final to Chile, with Messi announcing his retirement from international football shortly after.
Return to International Football
2017
Messi reversed his decision to retire from international football and helped Argentina qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup with a hat-trick against Ecuador.
Copa América Victory
2021
Messi led Argentina to their first international trophy in 28 years, winning the Copa América and being named the player of the tournament.
Finalissima and FIFA World Cup Victory
2022
Messi captained Argentina to win the Finalissima against Italy and led the team to their first World Cup victory in 36 years, winning the Golden Ball as the best player.
