BUENOS AIRES — Argentina’s football federation has announced the appointment of a new captain for the national team, succeeding Lionel Messi.

According to Yahoo Sports, the successor to the long-serving captain has been formally decided. Messi withdrew from international football in 2023 after leading Argentina to victory in the FIFA World Cup held in Qatar.

The identity of the new captain and specific details regarding the official announcement by the Argentine Football Association are not elaborated in the available source material. Yahoo Sports confirms that the decision has been made, though further information regarding the timing and rationale behind the selection is not provided.

Messi’s departure from the national team marked the conclusion of a significant chapter in Argentine football. The appointment of a new captain represents an important development as the team prepares for future international competitions.