Lionel Messi's victory in the 2021 Copa América was a historic moment for Argentina and a personal triumph for him. After suffering heartbreak in multiple previous finals, including three Copa América losses (2007, 2015, 2016) and the 2014 World Cup final, Messi finally lifted his first major international trophy with Argentina. His outstanding performances throughout the tournament, including four goals and five assists, earned him the Best Player award as Argentina defeated Brazil 1-0 in the final. This long-awaited win solidified Messi's legacy as one of the greatest ever, now with international glory to his name.
