“Real Madrid of international football” – Lionel Messi and co. winning a second consecutive Copa America evokes wild comparisons on social media

Throughout his career, Lionel Messi has guided Argentina to seven major international finals, resulting in four titles.

“Real Madrid of international football” – Lionel Messi and co. winning a second consecutive Copa America evokes wild comparisons on social media

Lionel Messi-led Argentina have won four consecutive international trophies. (via IMAGO)

Lionel Messi-led Argentina showcased their dominance by defeating Colombia to retain the Copa America title, marking their fourth consecutive international trophy. The match ended 1-0 after extra time.

The FIFA-ranked world’s number one footballing nation displayed brilliance, as they defeated Colombia at the Hard Rock Stadium in Florida. Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez scored the match’s only goal in the 112th minute. This victory adds to Lionel Messi‘s international trophy cabinet, which includes the 2021 Copa America, the 2022 Finalissima, and the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The win also marked a record 16th Copa America title for the team.

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Meanwhile, the Argentinean skipper was left-teary eyed, as he had to depart the pitch after getting injured in the second-half. He was even spotted crying on the bench with a swollen ankle, but his side ultimately prevailed. Moreover, the South American side equaled Spain’s notable achievement in international football history. Spain had won consecutive European Championships in 2008 and 2012, along with a FIFA World Cup victory in 2010.

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Football fans shared their reactions on the team’s win and prolonged international success on social media. The Copa America win also signaled the end of the careers of several veteran Argentine stars, including Angel Di Maria and Nicolas Otamendi.

Lionel Messi’s Argentina praised for second consecutive Copa America title win on social media

Football fans and pundits lauded Lionel Messi and his teammates’ resilience and composure after Argentina secured consecutive Copa America triumphs. Despite their captain being substituted due to injury, Argentina clinched the Copa America 2024 title.

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Lionel Messi along with Angel Di Maria and Nicolas Otamendi, lifting the Copa America trophy. (via IMAGO)

The Colombian team was equally good, but had to settle for the second place. Fans drew similarities between the La Albiceleste and Spanish club Real Madrid, with both the teams currently dominating the footballing world. Meanwhile, supporters hailed the Blue and White as the ‘greatest footballing nation to date.’

Some fans humorously compared Messi’s international achievements and titles to those of his rival, Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo. Others remarked on Messi’s significant comeback from his international retirement in 2016.

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