India, Sept. 3 -- The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has announced a nationwide tribute to Lionel Messi, with every fixture in the next round set to pause in the 10th minute for a one-minute ovation. The gesture is a nod to Messi's iconic No. 10 shirt and comes just two days after the Argentina captain confirmed his retirement from international football.

Messi's decision, announced after Argentina's 2026 World Cup final, has sparked an outpouring of tributes for one of football's greatest-ever players. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner leaves behind a remarkable international legacy, having captained Argentina to the 2022 World Cup and multiple Copa America titles. The AFA's tribute will see matches across all divisions stop brief...