Football star Lionel Messi on Monday announced his retirement from International Football.
The retirement decision was announced after Chile beat Argentina in the final of Copa America.
He said it hurts not to be a champion. The 29-year-old player said he did all he could do for his country but for him the national team is over. However, he will continue to play his club football for Spanish champions F.C. Barcelona.
Messi made his debut for Argentina in 2005 and he became the FIFA World Player of the Year for five times.
Messi is the HIGHEST Scorer for Argentina with 55 goals.
