Buenos Aires:Lionel Messi brought an end to his 21-year international career on Tuesday, bidding farewell to Argentina fans during his last match for the national team.

According to Emirates News Agency, the 39-year-old football legend concluded his career with his 126th international goal, as Argentina claimed a 3-0 victory over Benin in front of 85,000 supporters.

In his record-extending 208th international appearance, Messi also assisted the opening goal scored by veteran Nicolás Otamendi. Nico Paz added another goal to secure the win for Argentina.