What happened: Lionel Messi played his final match for Argentina, closing his international career. Supporters filled the streets of Buenos Aires ahead of the farewell.

Why it matters: The farewell ends a two-decade Argentina tenure that included the World Cup heroics credited to his time in America. Argentina now shifts to a new core as it enters its next tournament cycle.

What to watch: Argentina turns to its next squad selection. Focus moves to who inherits the captaincy and central attacking role.