In the match between Argentina and Benin, 39-year-old Messi and 36-year-old Otamendi made their final appearances for the national team. Messi's international career concluded with 208 matches, while Otamendi finished with 140 appearances, ranking fifth in Argentina's history.

Argentina National Team All-Time Appearances

1. Messi, 208 matches (2005–2026)

2. Mascherano, 147 matches (2003–2018)

3. Di María, 145 matches (2008–2024)

3. Zanetti, 145 matches (1994–2011)

5. Otamendi, 140 matches (2009–2026)

6. Ayala, 115 matches (1994–2007)

7. Simeone, 104 matches (1988–2002)

8. Agüero, 101 matches (2006–2021)

9. Ruggeri, 97 matches (1983–1994)

10. Romero, 96 matches (2009–2018)

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