Top stories in South Africa on September 1, 2026

1. Messi says goodbye to Argentina after glittering 21-year international career (12 outlets, 9 countries)
2. Don't cry for me, Argentina: Lionel Messi retires from international football (8 outlets, 7 countries)
3. Lionel Richie hospitalised in intensive care after St Louis concert (10 outlets, 8 countries)