Following Argentina’s loss to Chile in the Copa America final, Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international games.

He made this announcement soon after missing in a penalty shootout against Chile today.

The 29-year-old was making his 112th appearance for Argentina since making his debut in 2005.

After the match finished 0-0 in 120 minutes, Chile won 4-2 on penalties for their second consecutive Copa title.

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