Copa America Final: 3 reasons why Brazilian Neymar wants to face Argentina’s Messi in Final


Copa America final: Brazil await the winners of Argentina/Colombia for the Copa America final on 11th July, 2021 at the Maracana Stadium.

Lucas Paquetá scored the all-important winner as Brazil secured their place in the Copa America 2021 final with a 1-0 victory.

Neymar was once again an integral part of the goal as his deft pass set up Paquetá’s strike.

The Brazilian aims for a grandstand finish and would want to face Messi’s Argentina in this competition’s mega-final.

Why would we say so? Let us point out the aspects.

Messi-Neymar rivalry

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The two players played an important role in Barcelona’s success for the 4 years they played together.

Together and with Suarez’ presence, the trio formed the MSN which challenged world football as one of the best in the world.

Messi and Neymar complimented each other brilliantly and played massive roles in La Liga and UEFA Champions League successes.

Neymar would hope to face his ex-teammate in the final as the contest would be a fitting end to the Copa America.

Two quality players going toe-to-toe with each other while carrying their nation’s hopes.

It makes for a brilliant final given Neymar collides with Messi.

Two best teams of the Copa America.

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There is no running away from the fact that Argentina and Brazil have been the best sides of the tournament.

Both finished top of their respective groups and ensured qualification.

In terms of Performances, Brazil has the edge given their consistent goal-scoring form.

Argentina was not at their best in some matches but secured the right result.

Hence, the two best sides of the Copa America should lock horns in the ultimate battle for CONMEBOL Supremacy.

Quality attacking sides

ImageThe words which resonate for both sides will be ATTACK.

If Brazil has Neymar, Richarlison, Firmino; then Argentina has Messi, Di Maria, Martinez.

This contest cannot be more attack-minded due to the talent on show.

A number of attacking threats posed on each side of the field makes for an engaging finale.

We expect goals and brilliant skills to lead the way if these two sides meet in the showdown clash.