India, Oct. 8 -- Cristiano Ronaldo sent a heartwarming message to Lionel Messi following the Argentina legend's emotional farewell from international football. Ronaldo commented on Messi's Instagram post after his final appearance for Argentina, praising his achievements with the national team and describing the legacy he leaves behind.

Messi ended his Argentina career on Tuesday, October 6, as the World Cup holders defeated Benin 3-0 at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires. The match marked the end of a 21-year international journey that brought the forward a World Cup, two Copa America titles and countless individual records.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Message To Lionel Messi

Ronaldo, Messi's long-time rival during their years at the top ...