Zagreb, Oct. 7 -- Croatian football icon Luka Modric paid a heartfelt tribute to Argentina icon and rival Lionel Messi as he concluded his international career with a glittering farewell match against Benin on home soil on Tuesday.

Messi signed off from international football in fairytale fashion, delivering two assists and scoring a goal as Argentina cruised to a 3-0 victory over Benin in Buenos Aires on Tuesday night. In what was billed as Messi's final appearance for Argentina, the legendary forward produced another masterclass to cap a remarkable international career and leave the home crowd with an unforgettable memory.

Speaking to Cadena SER as quoted by Goal.com, Modric, who was rivals with Messi during their stints with Real Mad...