The six-time Ballon d'Or winner has never lifted a major international trophy but could end his wait on Sunday morning by beating bitter rivals Brazil at the MaracanaArgentina boss Lionel Scaloni believes Lionel Messi has nothing to prove ahead of the Copa America final. "Win or don’t win, he will continue being the best footballer in history," Scaloni said, as cited by Marca. Who are you backing to claim Copa America glory? However, Messi infamously missed his penalty in the 2016 final shootout, which saw Chile claim the trophy and the talisman temporarily retire from international football. Brazil, who also boast three Copa America triumphs, beat Peru to book their place, having topped their five-team group with 10 points like the Albiceleste.

Source: Daily Mirror July 10, 2021 14:40 UTC