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Lionel Messi Gives Fitness Update After Emotional Copa America 2024 Final
Lionel Messi has given a fitness update as part of an emotional message to Argentina supporters following yet another Copa America triumph. Lionel Messi's tears turned into joy as he overcame an ankle injury to celebrate Argentina's 1-0 win over Colombia in the Copa America 2024 final. Lionel Messi-led Argentina won a record 16th Copa America title in Miami on Sunday, surpassing Uruguay. The pictures of Lionel Messi in tears with his swollen ankle went viral as his teammates were stranded in the middle in their quest to complete the double of the FIFA World Cup and the Copa America title. The sight of Messi leaving the ground gave Colombia a glimmer of hope, but Lautaro Martinez scored the crucial goal in the 112th minute to give Argentina their second successive Copa America and Messi's 45th title, making him the greatest of all time in the history of football.
Lionel Messi gives fitness update after emotional Copa America 2024 final
1. What happened to Lionel Messi in the Copa America 2024 final?
Argentina captain Lionel Messi capitalized on his moment by taking Argentina's best chance of the first half, hitting a low shot from an Ángel Di María pass that was deflected. He remained heavily involved in the Argentine attacks, making 43 actions with the ball, completing 3 dribbles, and winning 3 ball duels while on the field. Messi hit 85% of the passes he attempted (28 of 33 attempts), including a decisive pass that generated a shot from Argentina.
Son lágrimas de líder, Leo 🫶 pic.twitter.com/5XUSSYUVXg
— CONMEBOL Copa América™️ (@CopaAmerica) July 15, 2024
During the second half, Lionel Messi fought for an additional 21 minutes, but despite giving his all, he had to be substituted for Nico González due to an ankle injury. Talking about the football news, Messi didn't hold back his tears after being substituted. He wanted to continue until the end as he had in the past. It was the first time the Argentine GOAT left the field during the finals while representing his country.
2. What's next for the GOAT Lionel Messi?
The best football player in history now has 45 trophies to his name after claiming a second Copa America title. The Argentina national football team successfully defended their title on U.S. soil, with an extra-time goal from Lautaro Martinez enough to secure a dramatic final victory over Colombia. Messi left the game in tears after suffering an unfortunate ankle injury. Immediate fears arose regarding his fitness for the return to domestic action at MLS side Inter Miami. Talking about the latest Football news, there is no update on how long the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner will be sidelined, but the legendary 37-year-old has suggested that he will not be out for long.
RESPETEN LOS RANGOS, EH pic.twitter.com/L5VjGlwRsn
— CONMEBOL Copa América™️ (@CopaAmerica) July 15, 2024
3. Lionel Messi gives a massive update on Instagram after the Copa America 2024 final
The greatest player of the Albiceleste will need treatment upon rejoining the Inter Miami team, but he is optimistic about responding well as he focuses on the ongoing pursuit of MLS Cup glory. Lionel Messi expressed his gratitude in an emotional Instagram post following the end of the Copa America 2024 final. He reassured his fans that he is doing well and is looking forward to returning to the pitch soon.
"The Copa América is over, and the first thing I want is to thank everyone for their messages and greetings. I'm fine, thank God, and I hope I can soon be on the court again, enjoying what I like to do most. I am happy, very happy, especially because we achieved the goal we had and Fide leaves us but with another Cup," Lionel Messi said.
Messi expressed his happiness at achieving their goal and winning the Copa America 2024, especially honouring his teammate Angel Di Maria. He also acknowledged the contributions of experienced players like himself, Ota, and others, as well as the dedication of younger team members. He thanked everyone for their support, emphasizing that the national team has a promising future. Messi concluded with a rallying cry for Argentina.
"The older ones, like Fide, Ota or me, experienced it with special emotion, with other teammates who have already played several tournaments and added their experience as well, and with a group of young people who give their all with every ball. We are a team and also a family, a spectacular group. Thanks to everyone who supported us. This National Team has a lot of present and a lot of future too. Let's fucking go Argentina," Messi added.
