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On July 28th, Beijing time, FIFA President Gianni Infantino posted a message on social media to pay tribute to Nicolás Otamendi, who retired from the Argentine national team. Infantino's post read: "Congratulations to Nicolás Otamendi, you had an outstanding national team career. As a member of the 2022 FIFA World Cup champions and the team that reached the World Cup final again in 2026, you also hold the record for the most appearances for the Argentine national team."

On July 28, Beijing time, FIFA President Gianni Infantino posted on social media to pay tribute to Nicolás Otamendi, who retired from the Argentine national team.

Infantino's social media

Congratulations to Otamendi on your outstanding national team career. As a member of the 2022 FIFA World Cup-winning team and a member of the team that reached the World Cup final again in 2026, and also one of Argentina's most capped players (139 appearances for the national team, 5th in the club's history), your leadership and unwavering determination helped this Argentine team forge an extraordinary era. 👏

Thank you for the unforgettable moments you brought to fans worldwide while proudly wearing the Argentina jersey. Wishing you all the best in the next stage of your life! ❤️

#FootballUnitesTheWorld

Infantino pays tribute to Otamendi: Your leadership forged an extraordinary era for the Argentine national team.

Infantino's social media

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