Argentina won the Copa America because of Messi's words
The wait was 28 years. During this period, Argentina could not win any international title. Argentina won the Copa America in July last year. Lionel Messi won titles for the national team.
The Argentina star inspired his teammates to fight back in the dressing room before being crowned champions by beating arch-rivals Brazil 1-0 in that final at the Maracana. Inspired by Messi's words, Angel Di Maria and Emiliano Martinez took the title from the 'home' of Brazilian football.
The details of Messi's Copa America victory will be known in the documentary made by Netflix. 'B is eternal; Netflix released the trailer of this documentary called 'Champion of South America' yesterday. It is known that before the final, Messi inspired his teammates. Before the match, Di Maríad's Messi said, 'It's been 45 days since we've been away from our families and children. We came here with a goal and are one step away from it.'
The PSG star then went on to say, 'Brothers, there is no such thing as coincidence. As you know, this tournament was supposed to be held in Argentina. It is God's will that it is being held here (Brazil), so that we can win the trophy from the Maracana. For us the matter has become more beautiful. Let's all take the field with confidence and return home after winning the title.'
Last year's Copa America was scheduled to be held in Colombia and Argentina. But due to the Covid pandemic and political unrest in Colombia, the tournament was moved to Brazil. Messi reached the Copa America final twice before last time. They lost twice to Chile. 2014 to 2016—Messi did not win the title despite playing in the World Cup final and twice in the Copa America final. The Argentina team was overwhelmed with joy after winning the title last time. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez said, this title was won for Messi.
Angel Di Maria scored against Brazil in the final. After his goal, Messi told ESPN, 'It's a relief to win after so many dreams have been crushed. The moment was so amazing it was unbelievable. Still watching the pictures makes me dizzy.'
Qatar World Cup is ahead. In this tournament starting from November 20, Messi will enter the field with the mission of destroying Argentina's 36-year World Cup titles.
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