Lionel Messi sent a lovely message to Luis Suarez after Inter Miami team-mate announces Uruguay retirement

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Luis Suarez confirmed his retirement on Monday, ending his great international career.

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The 37-year-old Uruguayan icon served his country for 17 years, appearing in 142 international matches and scoring 69 goals

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the former Liverpool and Barcelona great resigned from international football

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His Inter Miami teammate Lionel Messi posted a heartfelt tribute on social media.

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The duo shares a close bond that they formed during their Blaugrana days that lasted for six years between 2014 to 2020.

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They rekindled their partnership in 2024 after Suarez moved to the MLS from Gremio.

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Taking to Instagram, the Argentine shared a photograph of the duo hugging

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