Lionel Messi is still one of soccer's present-day fixtures, commanding the type of spotlight that befits a star who still produces highlight-reel-worthy moments on the regular. At 38 years old, though, Messi is slowly collecting a list of lasts ahead of what is likely to be his final World Cup. One of those lasts could come as soon as Thursday, when Argentina host Venezuela in Buenos Aires.

The match kicks off the penultimate round of World Cup qualifying in South America, Messi making the trip once again for the world champions' games this month. While the hard work of qualification is already behind them — Argentina booked their spot at the 2026 World Cup back in March — this may not be a routine outing for the national team. In fact, it may be Messi's final competitive match in Argenti

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