As Argentina prepares to defend their Copa América title, Lionel Messi emphasizes the need for improvement and vigilance.
Despite being the current World Cup champions, Messi acknowledges that complacency has no place in their quest for a second consecutive Copa América win.
Argentina faces Canada, Peru, and Chile in Group A, and Messi recognizes the strength of their opponents, including Ecuador, Colombia, Uruguay, and Brazil.
Messi reflects on Argentina’s historic win over Brazil in the 2021 Copa América final, which ended a 28-year title drought.
Since then, the team has maintained an impressive form, winning the 2022 World Cup and five of their six World Cup qualifiers.
Meanwhile, Brazil enters the tournament under new coach Dorival Junior, without the injured Neymar.
Messi, 36, is focused on enjoying the Copa América experience and isn’t contemplating his future.
He values his time with the squad and is adapting well to life in the United States, where he plays for Inter Miami.
For now, he’s living in the moment, prioritizing training, self-care, and competition.
The tournament’s intensity and competitiveness are evident, with Messi acknowledging that every team has a chance to win.
He recognizes Brazil’s strength, despite Neymar’s absence, and believes Argentina must continue to improve to achieve victory.
With a focused mindset and a commitment to excellence, Messi leads Argentina into the Copa América, ready to face the challenges ahead.
