NEW: Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international soccer. In an Instagram post showing a handwritten n Via @JosinaAnderson on X

What happened: Messi said he is ending his time with Argentina's national team after considering the decision since the final.

Why it matters: The retirement removes Messi from future international matches for Argentina.

What to watch: Attention now turns to Argentina's plans without Messi.

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