It was a huge hurdle crossed for the six-time Ballon d'Or winner, who has been a beaten finalist on four separate occasions with Argentina - three times in the Copa America and once in the World Cup. The match was decided by a goal midway through the first half from Di Maria, who lobbed Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson following a perfect Rodrigo De Paul pass. Brazil were poor throughout the contest and struggled to test Emiliano Martinez at the other end. Everton forward Richarlison had Brazil's best chance when he forced the Aston Villa 'keeper into a save. Image: Argentina lift the Copa America titleIt mattered not and, 16 years after making his debut for Argentina, Messi finally got his hands on an international title.

Source: Sky sports July 11, 2021 07:07 UTC