Romero named new Argentina captain after Messi's exit

After Lionel Messi's retirement from the Argentina national team, defender Cristian Romero of Madrid's Atletico will become the new team captain.

Consensus

Christian Romero has been named the new captain of Argentina's national football team.
Lionel Messi has retired from international football.
Romero is a central defender who plays for a club in the English Premier League.
Romero has previously worn the captain's armband in friendly matches.
Romero has won multiple major international tournaments with Argentina, including the 2022 World Cup and the 2021 and 2024 Copa América.
The decision to appoint Romero was made by head coach Lionel Scaloni.

Points of divergence

Romero is 26 years old and plays for Tottenham Hotspur. — vm
Romero is 28 years old and plays for Atlético Madrid. — kommersant
Romero has served as third captain during the 2022 World Cup. — vm
Romero has played 58 matches for Argentina and scored four goals. — kommersant
Messi published a heartfelt farewell letter in his social media. — vm
Messi announced his retirement on August 31. — kommersant

Coverage (2 sources)

Christian Romero becomes new captain of Argentina national team after Lionel Messi departure — Вечерняя Москва
After Messi's departure, Romero will become the new captain of the Argentina national team — Коммерсантъ

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