Is Lionel Messi playing at Copa America today? Schedule, kickoff time for Argentina star’s next game at 2024 tournament
Lionel Messi will lead Argentina at Copa America 2024, as they aim for another continental triumph.
La Albiceleste announced their squad for the tournament ahead of their warm-up friendlies, with Messi predictably the star name.
In the last edition of this tournament, Messi won his first major international trophy with his country, as Argentina defeated Brazil 1-0 in the final.
Despite recent hamstring issues, Messi, who led Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022, is determined to continue delivering for his country.
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This will be Messi’s seventh appearance in the Copa America. He starts the tournament just five goals away from becoming the top scorer in the tournament’s history, a record currently held by Norberto Mendez and Zizinho with 17 goals each.
Here’s all the details on Messi’s next match at the tournament, and when you can see him in action.
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Lionel Messi next match at Copa America 2024
The current World Champion and a record eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will look to add yet another trophy to his cabinet this summer.
With the captain’s armband, Messi aims to lead Argentina to a record 16th Copa America title when La Albiceleste kick off their campaign against Canada on June 20.