The Argentinian has a fantastic tournament which allows him to become a favorite again at the Ballon d’Or.
While the vagueness still persists around his future at FC Barcelona (Editor’s note: he should sign a new contract at the end of the tournament), Lionel Messi shines on the Brazilian lawns of the Copa America. With four goals and four assists in five games, he is the best artificer and the best passer in the competition.
The Argentine captain’s recital began in the group stage against Chile (1-1) with a splendid free kick. Against Uruguay (1-0), he delivers the decisive pass for the only goal of the match. But it is especially in the last two games that La Pulga has impressed. Two goals and one assist against Bolivia (4-1) before being directly involved in the three goals (1 goal and 2 assists) against Ecuador (3-0) in the quarter-finals.
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