Ronaldo pays tribute to Messi after Argentina retirement

Cristiano Ronaldo, star of Portugal and Al Nassr, sent a warm message to Argentina’s Lionel Messi after Messi played his final match for his national team against Benin.

Commenting on Messi’s retirement post on Instagram, Ronaldo wrote: "Leo, so many years defending your country, and a story that will live on in memory. All my respect for what you achieved with Argentina. Warm regards."

In his own post, Messi said: "Yesterday was my last match, and I already miss wearing the sky blue and white shirt. I know I am making the right decision. It has been a wonderful journey, full of joy and some sadness, but I am absolutely certain that every step was worth it."