Lionel Messi has celebrated adding “one more” trophy to his collection, with a second Copa America triumph taking his record-breaking haul to 45.
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Albiceleste battled past ColombiaCaptain picked up ankle injuryPain turned to joy alongside familyWHAT HAPPENED?
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is already the most-decorated player in history. He now has another continental crown for his collection, with world champions Argentina getting the better of Colombia during a dramatic encounter in Miami.
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Messi, who is now Florida-based with MLS side Inter Miami, was unable to complete his latest final appearance after picking up an unfortunate ankle injury. He was left in tears on the bench, before seeing pain turn to joy as Lautaro Martinez secured more major silverware.
WHAT MESSI SAID
Messi has sent a “one more” message to his 504 million followers on Instagram, as he can be seen posing with a Copa trophy in each arm. His wife, Antonela, and three sons also joined in the latest celebrations – as they posed for photos on the field in No.10 Argentina jerseys.
WHAT NEXT?
It remains to be seen whether Messi, at 37 years of age, has any more honours at international level left in him. Argentina have lined up a Finalissima date with European champions Spain, while they will be launching a World Cup title defence in 2026.