Lionel Messi led his team Argentina to World Cup victory in 2022 and now to Copa America title in 2024. While Argentina won the match against Colombia with 1-0 scoreline, for most of the match, both teams failed to convert any of their chances to goals. In additional time, Lautaro Martinez scored goal at 112 minutes to give them a second consecutive Copa America Title.
During the match, Lionel Messi got injured and he cried inconsolably as he got substituted. He got hurt in the first half of the match, as he was attacked by a Colombian defender. He walked out and in the dug out, he teared up as he missed out on a chance to be on the ground for his nation.
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The video has gone viral on Sunday, during the match. Several fans of the Goat footballer, kept praising his dedication for his team and commitment. Later, Lionel Messi’s injured ankle pictures came out showing the swelling around his ankle. Even in such pain, he looked overjoyed with his team’s win.
Well, great players never say die and try to fight till the last moment. Here, Lionel Messi cried and looked inconsolable because he couldn’t give his best to the team even at the age of 37. While he played at his absolute best in many games for his nation, his determination to play at his best in every game is praiseworthy.
