Messi have already passed his prime but i think this is could be fantastic achievement from Messi because before he will retired finally Messi can bringing Argentina to gets 1 more trophy besides world cup trophy
Sure the final was interesting, he had a swollen ankle I saw that. He also appeared to be crying. But the Messi exit is not a problem for Argentina. Argentina still won and won the Copa America. Maybe he was sad because he couldn't play. It is also possible that this could be the last Copa America for him. But Argentina has learned, without Messi in the 2nd half. Congratulations Messi, you have a complete trophy. The World Cup and the Copa America in addition to the European title and the Spanish League.
I saw Messi crying on the bench after being pulled out due to an ankle injury, he was worried that Argentina would lose without him but luckily in extra time Lautaro Martinez scored the only goal for Argentina's victory as well as winning the Coppa America this is the umpteenth trophy Messi has won he is really lucky.
Suppose Messi will retire in Argentina he will not regret it because he has got an important trophy at the end of his career World Cup and Copa America, and in addition Angel Di Maria has announced he will retire so this is a trophy for the last time, I hope Messi is still strong to face the 2026 World Cup.