Messi’s Retirement from International Football Alters Future World Cup Landscape

Madrid: The World Cup will never be the same after Messi announced his retirement from the national team. Jose Mourinho expressed this sentiment, suggesting that the absence of Lionel Messi will significantly impact future international tournaments.According to Thai News Agency, Mourinho, the Portuguese manager of Real Madrid, reacted to Messi's announcement by commenting on the football icon's social media post. Addressing Messi, Mourinho congratulated him on his "fantastic and memorable journey with the national team." Mourinho further emphasized that the upcoming Copa America and World Cup events will feel different without Messi's participation.