Lionel Messi Copa America: The little magician finally got his hands on an international trophy as Argentina won the Copa America 2021 title.
The country lifted their first major international title since lifting the Copa title way back in 1993.
Argentina has since been in 4 competition finals but never managed to lift a title which included the 2014 FIFA World Cup final loss to Germany.
Lionel Messi was back to his best as the Argentina captain figurately owned the Copa America title due to his performances.
He was at the heart of every movement and had some part in each goal contribution as well which aided Argentina’s success.
As Messi celebrates his maiden title with country, we look at how the number 10 dominated the CONMEBOL Copa America:
Goals and Assists
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Messi topped the charts as he finished the top goal scorer and assist maker in the competition.
He scored 4 goals and created 5 which helped Argentina win their 15th Copa America title.
Shots on goal
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The Barcelona player topped the charts for most shots in Copa America with 28 of them.
Messi could find space and keep the goalkeeper on his toes as he would always get quick shots away to put him under pressure.
Chances created
Final third passes completed
Messi’s decisive passes and well timed through balls gave Argentina the flexibility in their play.
Through balls
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The vision, talent and ability to pick out, provide the killer pass is up Messi’s repertoire.
With 9 through balls, he topped the list in this category as well.
It is clear from the above stats, how Messi totally dominated and owned the Copa America 2021.
