The moment Lionel Messi realized he had won his first international trophy
When he led Argentina to the Copa America last year, Lionel Messi put an end to the discussion about never having won an international trophy.
Last year, La Albiceleste defeated Brazil 1-0 to end their dismal finals record. Angel Di Maria's goal in the 22nd minute was the game-winning goal.
It was an emotional moment for Lionel Scaloni and his team as they had lost seven straight championship games since winning the Copa America trophy in 1993. As soon as referee Raphael Claus blew the full-time whistle, every Argentina player sprinted over to Messi.
After the game, Messi, who had previously lost finalist matches on four consecutive times, broke down in tears. He hugged his old friend Neymar after that and celebrated with his teammates before making a FaceTime call to his son.Messi was obviously thrilled to finally win his first international trophy after all the disappointment in previous finals, all the close calls, and all the criticism for not taking home a trophy from another country.
He admitted to TyC Sports that "this is ridiculous." "This is the best possible time, period. The joy is overwhelming, but I knew it will happen eventually. The joy I am experiencing right now cannot be described.
"I told these guys after the last recent Copa that they would be the National Team's future. I was right, and as of right now, we are champs.
"I had a lot of faith in this team because they have improved since the last Copa America. They are a very good set of individuals who advance and do not moan.
"I'm overjoyed. I frequently dreamed about this."
Messi shared the Golden Boot award for most goals scored with Luis Diaz of Liverpool and was the tournament's greatest player, as evidenced by his Golden Ball victory.
Messi defeated Robert Lewandowski to win the Ballon d'Or after finally winning the South American championship.
Shortly later, the forward's life was flipped upside down when he joined PSG after leaving Barcelona and spending his whole career at the Nou Camp.
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