Benin Goalkeeper Dandjinou: We Will Not Give Messi a Farewell Goal

Benin Republic goalkeeper Marcel Dandjinou says his team will compete fully when they face Argentina in Lionel Messi’s reported final international match. Dandjinou said Benin respect Messi’s achievements but will defend their country’s pride. He added that football remains “eleven against eleven” and that his side are travelling to Buenos Aires to compete, not as tourists. The friendly is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at Estadio Más Monumental. Dandjinou said he would try to save any penalty Messi takes, even in the final minute.

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