Beckham praises Messi’s enduring impact after retirement
David Beckham has paid tribute to Lionel Messi following the Argentine star’s retirement from international football. Messi ended his career with Argentina after earning 207 caps and scoring 125 goals. Beckham highlighted Messi’s influence on and off the pitch, calling his legacy everlasting. The former England captain reflected on witnessing Messi’s journey as both a rival and as co-owner of his current club, Inter Miami.
Match highlights
- Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football after a storied career with Argentina.
- He played 207 times for his country, scoring 125 goals and winning the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
- David Beckham praised Messi on Instagram, saying his legacy “will live forever.”
- Beckham described Messi as an inspiration for millions and a credit to his country and family.
- Messi’s last game for Argentina was a World Cup final defeat against Spain in July.
