The Uruguayan confirmed, through tears, that Friday’s match against Paraguay will be his last game wearing the “Celeste” shirt: “It’s something that has been discussed in the last few hours. I would have loved for you to find out from me, that’s why I’m giving you the press conference. Please understand that Friday will be my last game with my country’s national team, but it’s something I’ve been thinking about and analyzing.”
“I’m retiring because I want to take a step back. I’m 37 years old. There are many promising players. I don’t want injuries to stop me. I gave my all until the last game.”added the player in reference to the constant knee pain he lives with on a daily basis.
In this way, his confidant on the pitch, and one of his greatest friends off it, was quick to express his affection for Suárez with some tender words and an image of the two of them hugging: “You are unique, Luis Suárez, on and off the pitch. I love you very much.”were Messi’s words through his Instagram story.
They are both partners in the Inter Miamiteam that disputes the MLS of USAbut previously, they met at Barcelona in Spain (2014-2020), where they had their most glorious years – alongside the Brazilian Neymar, with whom they formed the well-known “MSN” – and won countless titles, remaining in the history of the club and international football.
Uruguay will face Paraguay this Friday, September 6, starting at 8:30 p.m. (Argentine time), in a match for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers that will be played at the Centenario Stadium, where “La Celeste” will be the home team.
Source: Ambito
