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Former Colombian star takes aim at Lionel Messi ahead of 2024 Copa America final

Former Colombian star takes aim at Lionel Messi ahead of 2024 Copa America final

After an epic victory in Qatar 2022, Lionel Messi is ready to lift another trophy with Argentina. This Sunday, the famous Albiceleste will be confronted Colombia in the final of the Copa America 2024.

Messi is in the midst of an incredible run with the national team, but the obvious question is whether this could be the star’s last game at a major tournament.

Leo is 37 years old and although his level is Inter Miami In MLS was extraordinary, the World Cup 2026 seems really unlikely. That’s why the game against Colombia in Florida is causing crazy ticket prices.

Adolfo Valencia shoots at Lionel Messi

Although Argentina are easy favorites Copa AmericaColombia has shown the best quality of play after five games. Their squad is excellent with names like James Rodriguez And Luis Diaz.

Millions of Colombian fans believe that this is the greatest opportunity to win their second title in history. It is important to remember that the only continental trophy for the famous Cafeterias came home in 2001.

Adolfo Valenciaone of the best players of the Colombian national team in the 90s, may have crossed the line when he Lionel Messi. All bulletin board material for Argentina during an interview for TyC Sport.

“He is no longer the Messi we were used to at Barcelona, ​​when he overtook six or seven players. He has lost speed. He has lost power over the years. He is no longer the same Messi. That is an advantage for us. Now anyone can mark Messi.”

Miguel Angel Fernandez Castro is a sports journalist and analyst at Bolavip US, specializing in NFL, MLB, NBA, college football, soccer, tennis and golf. With over 15 years of experience, he has worked as a broadcaster, commentator and reporter at Grupo ACIR Radio in Mexico, covering major global events such as the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, FIFA Confederations Cup, World Baseball Classic, Pan American Games, PGA Tour and ATP Tour. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education.