Emotional Drone Show Marks Messi’s Farewell to Argentina
Published : 11:12, 7 October 2026
An emotional farewell unfolded at Monumental Stadium after Lionel Messi played his final match in an Argentina shirt. Following Argentina’s 3-0 victory over Benin, a spectacular drone show lit up the night sky with memorable moments from Messi’s long international career.
The special display began shortly after the final whistle. Standing alongside his Argentina teammates, 39-year-old Messi watched as illuminated drones recreated some of the most significant moments of his journey with the national team, including several of his memorable goals.
One of the most emotional highlights was a recreation of Messi’s iconic 2022 World Cup triumph. The image of Messi kissing the World Cup trophy was displayed in the sky using the illuminated drones, bringing back memories of Argentina’s historic title-winning campaign.
Messi’s international career with Argentina has been defined by a World Cup triumph, Copa América titles, countless goals and numerous unforgettable matches. Beyond the trophies and records, he has also earned the affection of millions of Argentina supporters around the world.
The victory over Benin therefore represented more than just another result. It marked a symbolic conclusion to a remarkable chapter of Messi’s journey with the Argentina national team.
As the drones recreated the defining moments of his career above Monumental Stadium, Messi watched the tribute alongside his teammates and appeared visibly emotional. The farewell served as a reminder of the extraordinary bond between the Argentine icon, his national team and millions of fans.
