FC Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi recently retired from international football – here is how fans have reacted to the forward's announcement!

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On Wednesday, we showed you the unveiling of the 29-year-old's statue in Buenos Aires, and many of the player's biggest fans have gathered round the statue in support of Messi.

Fans don't want the player to hang up his boots for the national team, and they were given newfound hope when their hero was spotted wearing an Argentina shirt recently!

One supporter even wrote a heartfelt letter to the Argentine, while others rallied around the team's hotel after his announcement.

Do you think Messi will play for Argentina again in the future?