On the evening of August 31st, Beijing time, Messi posted an update on social media announcing his retirement from the Argentine national team. De Paul subsequently reposted Messi's announcement on social media and paid tribute to him.

De Paul reposted Messi's update with the caption: "Your unconditional love for Argentina, your perseverance through countless internal struggles, your unwavering commitment to your principles in the face of injustice, your leadership and integrity in making every player who enters the training base feel welcomed and at ease, and your thoughtful attention to every member of the national team staff..."

"One word says it all: thank you. You are the greatest in history. Thank you for bringing us infinite joy. You have no idea how many people you've made smile! Your legacy will live on forever."

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