Messi’s Copa America photo breaks Instagram record

18 Jul 2021 • 9:12 AM MYT
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ISTANBUL, July 18 — Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi yesterday broke a historical record on Instagram with his Copa America victory photo, Anadolu Agency (AA) reported.

The superstar’s post of himself with the Copa America trophy became the platform’s most-liked sports photo ever, topping 19.9 million likes.

Following the victory, Messi shared a photo of himself with the Copa America trophy with the caption: “What a beautiful madness! This is unbelievable! Thank you, God! We are the champions.”

 

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Argentina last week defeated Brazil 1-0 in Brazil to win the trophy, and Messi last week was selected among the top players of the tournament. — Bernama