Lionel Messi retires from international football

Argentina and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi, 29, announced his retirement from international football after missing a penalty in the final of the Copa America against Chile.

"For me the national team is over. I've done all I can, it hurts not to be a champion," Messi said.

The 29-year-old was making his 112th appearance for Argentina since making his debut in 2005.

After the match finished 0-0 in 90 minutes, Chile won 4-2 on penalties for their second consecutive Copa title.

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