Lionel Messi concluded his international career with Argentina by maintaining a flawless record at one iconic venue: River Plate’s Estadio Monumental.
This statistic gained renewed attention this week as clubs and Argentine football enthusiasts honored Messi’s legacy following his retirement announcement from the national team, with River Plate among the institutions paying tribute.
Across 28 appearances at the Monumental over two decades—spanning World Cup qualifiers and friendlies—Messi registered 22 wins, six draws, and zero losses. He also contributed 19 goals during this period, underscoring the stadium’s significance as one of the most productive stages of his international career.
The tribute mirrored the broader wave of acknowledgments following Messi’s retirement letter, in which he described the decision as one that “hurt and still hurts the soul,” while expressing gratitude to teammates, coaches, and fans for two decades of shared history with the Albiceleste.
Lionel Messi’s Record at the Monumental Stadium
Lionel Messi’s Trophy Collection with Argentina
Messi’s international career with Argentina extended beyond statistics, encompassing six major titles across youth and senior levels. Early achievements included the 2005 U-20 World Cup and Olympic gold at the 2008 Beijing Olympics with Argentina’s youth teams, establishing a foundation for his senior career.
As a senior player, he added four more titles: the 2021 Copa America, the 2022 Finalissima, the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, and the 2024 Copa America. These six trophies, combined with his unbeaten record at the Monumental, conclude a legacy widely regarded as the most decorated in Argentine football history.