Lionel Messi was in pain from the first half of the 2024 Copa America final. By the 66th minute, the player born in 1987 did not collide with anyone but still had to leave the field in pain.
Upon returning to Argentina's technical area, Messi threw his shoes on the ground in frustration. Even the former Barcelona striker hugged his face and sobbed. Before that, Messi had to endure pain to play throughout his minutes on the field.
After Messi left the field, Argentina's captaincy was handed over to Angel Di Maria. This is also the last match of the former Manchester United player in the national team shirt.
Before retiring, Messi played ineffectively, even lacklusterly. El Pulga had only one dangerous opportunity in the first half, but the ball hit teammate Julian Alvarez.
Not only Messi, all of Argentina's players on the field encountered many difficulties against Colombia in the 2024 Copa America final . If they overcome this challenge, Albicelestes will become the most successful team in South America with their 16th championship, one more than Uruguay.
