Copa America final: Messi finally wins international trophy as Argentina beat Brazil

Lionel Messi has landed his first trophy with Argentina, after they beat Brazil in the Copa America final on Saturday.

Angel Di Maria’s 22nd minute strike proved to be decisive, as they won 1-0 at the Maracana.

The victory ended Argentina’s 28-year wait for a major trophy, and also ended Brazil’s unbeaten home record that stretched back more than 2,500 days.

“It’s a great title, especially for our people. The fans support the team unconditionally. I think they can identify with this team that never gives in,” said Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni.

It was the first time in six editions playing at home that Brazil had failed to lift the trophy.

And while 34-year-old Messi’s odyssey has come to an end, Brazil’s Neymar, five years his junior, is still without a major title at international level having missed the Selecao’s win on home soil two years ago through injury.

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