Lionel Messi sets his target on 2021 Copa America, as he assures that Argentina will bring home the title.
Lionel Messi and Argentina is a tragic story.
The six-time Ballon d’Or winner has achieved everything in the football world apart from winning major international titles.
The Barcelona megastar is confident that Argentina will end his unfortunate international run to an end. They look forward to the upcoming Copa America in 2021.
In spite of winning 10 La Liga titles and four Champions League trophies. The Argentinian captain is unable to accomplish international honors.
Messi received a gold medal at the 2008 Olympics, and he won the U20 World Cup in 2005. That is how far he managed to go.
World Cup 2014 was a serious heartbreak as Leo’s side inched passed the title. Germany beat Argentina 1-0 in the final.
The Albiceleste constantly lost to Chile in the Copa America tournament in 2015 and 2016.
The GOAT almost considered retirement from his international career as Argentina lost to Chile in a penalty shootout.
Messi believes in Argentina’s management
Messi and co. build positiveness as Argentina and Colombia will jointly host the 2021 Copa America. The tournament will be conducted 12 months prior to the initial date due to the coronavirus.
This will be the golden opportunity that the Argentinian is looking for. Copa America 2021 is scheduled to happen between June 11 and July 10.
According to a special interview conducted by Goal concerning Messi’s stay at FC Barcelona. Various reasons motivate the 33-year-old superstar to achieve glory for his country.
Messi trusts the Albiceleste coaching staff which is under the leadership of manager Lionel Scaloni.
Scaloni showed impressive confidence as he changed the Argentina squad and adapted the youngsters.
Argentina shows a bright future. Young players such as Giovani Lo Celso, Leandro Paredes, Lautaro Martinez, and Rodrigo de Paul are backed by Leo himself.
After a disappointing third-place in the Copa America 2019, the Barça captain notices potential success for the upcoming season.
The 33-year-old plans to play the 2022 World Cup which will be held in Qatar.
Even after the whole transfer saga with the Catalan giants, Leo Messi expects to perform well for Barcelona as well as Argentina.