David Beckham has fuelled speculation surrounding Lionel Messi's future with Argentina in a heartfelt tribute to the legendary forward.
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Messi scored twice as the reigning world champions defeated Venezuela 3-0 in a World Cup qualifier on Thursday. And after the match, the 38-year-old cast doubt on his participation at next summer's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico in an emotional Instagram post, writing "only God knows" what the future holds.
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Now, ex-Manchester United and England star Beckham, who co-owns MLS side Inter Miami – whom Messi plays his club football for – has added to the discussion surrounding the former Barcelona man's future in a social media post of his own.
WHAT BECKHAM SAID
Writing on Instagram, Beckham said: "A special night for a special person… Everything has been achieved but he still wants more, not for himself but for his country… Last night Argentina celebrated Leo in the way he truly deserves… felicitaciones leo."
DID YOU KNOW?
Messi has enjoyed an incredible international career with Argentina. After making his debut in August 2005, he has gone on to become his country's all-time appearance maker and goal-scorer, netting 114 times in 194 caps. Messi has also lifted four major trophies with Argentina including the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, scoring twice in the final as Lionel Scaloni's men defeated France on penalties following a breath-taking 3-3 draw.