Lionel Messi Officially Will Return to Argentina National Team

Lionel Messi will return to international football after previously announcing his retirement, according to the Argentina FA.

The governing body issued a statement regarding the icon’s availability (h/t Eurosport). 

Messi released a statement on the decision, per ESPN FC: 

I see that there are a lot of problems in Argentina football and I don’t want to create more. I don’t want to cause harm, on the contrary, my goal was to help in any way I could. …

There are many things that need to be fixed in Argentine football. But I prefer to help from inside rather than stand on the outside and criticism. A lot of things ran through my head on the day of the [Copa America] final. And I seriously considered leaving the team. But I love my shirt and my country too much.

I want to thank all the fans who wanted me to keep playing for Argentina. I hope we can give them joy very …

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