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Argentina defeat Colombia 1-0Celebrate on pitch, life Copa trophyLast time Messi & Di Maria on stage togetherWHAT HAPPENED?
After their Copa America victory over Colombia Sunday night, the La Albiceleste captain and Angel Di Maria – in his final international appearance – hoisted their second-straight Copa America trophy.
Despite leaving the match early in the second half with an apparent lower-leg injury, Lionel Messi was healthy enough to lead his national team onto the podium alongside longtime friend and fellow star Angel Di Maria.
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With a FIFA World Cup title sandwiched between their now back-to-back Copa America titles, La Albiceleste are on top of the men's footballing world. Messi and Co. have proved their excellence led by coach Lionel Scaloni – who will now look to move his efforts towards the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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La Albiceleste will celebrate their victory, while hoping they get positive news surrounding Messi's injury. With a second-straight Copa America title in hand, they'll be flaunting their winners medals before returning to their respective clubs this offseason.