Angel Di Maria has said that superstar Lionel Messi’s comment after Argentina won the 2021 Copa America made him happy. Di Maria’s goal gave Argentina their first major title in 28 years on Sunday as they beat Brazil 1-0 in 2021 Copa America final at Rio de Janeiro’s Maracana stadium. Di Maria got the winner midway through the first half when he lobbed Ederson after full back Renan Lodi failed to cut out a long-through ball. Superstar Lionel Messi won his first trophy with his national team as Angel Di Maria’s goal gave Argentina a 1-0 win over hosts Brazil in the Copa America final on Saturday. Di Maria had a shot from 20 yards blocked while Messi fired just wide following a 40 yard run.

Source: Punch July 11, 2021 08:03 UTC