As the Copa America 2024 kicks off, all eyes are on Argentina, the reigning champions and one of the tournament favorites. Leading the charge for the Albiceleste are two familiar figures: Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria. These two icons of Argentine football have been playing together for over a decade, and their bond on and off the pitch is undeniable.
Messi and Di Maria first linked up at the international level in 2008, and they have been instrumental in Argentina’s success ever since. They were part of the team that won the Copa America in 2021, and they played a key role in Argentina’s historic triumph at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
The duo’s partnership is not just about talent; it’s also about friendship and mutual respect. Messi and Di Maria have a deep understanding of each other’s game, and they know how to find each other on the pitch. They are also both fiercely competitive, and they always push each other to be their best.
This Copa America is likely to be Messi and Di Maria’s last international tournament together. Messi will be 37 by the end of the tournament, and Di Maria has already announced that he will retire from international football after the Copa America. So, both players will be looking to make the most of this opportunity and add one more trophy to their illustrious careers.
For Argentina, Messi and Di Maria are more than just two players; they are symbols of hope and inspiration. They have shown that anything is possible with hard work, dedication, and talent. And as they embark on one last tango together, they will be hoping to create more memories that will forever be etched in the hearts of Argentine football fans.
