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This Tuesday marks the 10th anniversary since Leo Messi was named Historical Sports Heritage of Humanity by the International Bureau of Cultural Capitals after he prevailed in voting that involved 72 states and over 300,000 voters.

 

Leo Messi brought the curtain down on his 2020/21 campaign by lifting the Copa América crown. In total, the Argentine skipper featured in 60 games, which yielded 44 goals and 17 assists. He chalked up 47 appearances, 38 goals and 12 assists for Barcelona, with whom he claimed Copa del Rey glory, whilst he played his part in 13 games for the Albiceleste, registering six goals and five assists in the process.

 

Following on from his Copa América success, Leo Messi has issued a message and published a video featuring the highlights of Argentina's tournament campaign. The content can be found on Leo's Facebook and Instagram accounts.

 

Leo Messi lifted the Copa América trophy after Argentina overcame Brazil in a 1-0 win in the tournament showpiece at the Maracana Stadium. The Albiceleste captain was named Player of the Tournament after finishing top of the goals (four) and assists (five) charts. This trophy triumph represents the third of Leo's career with the Argentina national team after he captured gold at the 2008 Olympic Games and won the 2005 U-20 World Cup.

Argentina will do battle with Brazil for the Copa América crown in what will be the fifth final that Leo Messi contests with the Albiceleste side that he captains. Leo currently tops the competition's goals (four) and assists charts (five).

Leo Messi clocked up his 150th appearance in an Argentina shirt in the Copa América semi-final clash against Colombia. Leo currently tops the competition's goals (four) and assists charts (five).