Neymar couldn’t hold back his tears after Brazil’s loss
Rio de Janeiro, July 11 (IANS)| While the Copa America final brought excitement to Lionel Messi’s Argentina, Neymar’s Brazil suffered. Argentina won 1–0 after the final whistle. While the winning team drowned in celebration, Neymar could not hold back his tears.
The Brazilian forward was consoled by his teammates, manager and support staff. Messi was also among those who consoled Neymar. He came over and gave Neymar a long hug so that he could collect his feelings. The two lived together in Barcelona for four years before Neymar moved to Paris Saint-Germain.
Messi took a moment to console Neymar during the celebrations ????
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Argentina won their first Copa América title in 28 years, giving Messi his first trophy in Argentine colours. Prior to Sunday, Messi’s victories at the international level were a gold medal at the 2005 Under-20 FIFA World Cup and the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Angel Di Maria’s goal in the 22nd minute gave the visitors a 1-0 win over Brazil.
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