Messi earns MOTM as Argentina defeats Uruguay in Copa America clash

Lionel Messi was named as Man of the Match as Argentina edged Uruguay 1-0 in as closely-contested Group B clash at the 2021 Copa America at the Estadio Nacional do Brasilia. Messi laid off the assist from which midfielder Guido Rodriguez scored in the 13th minute. La Albiceleste remain unbeaten under coach Lionel Scaloni thus far and will be looking to go all the way and win the trophy.

Chile secured a 1-0 win over Bolivia in their second Group B game at the 2021 Copa America. English-born striker Ben Brereton Diaz scored the only goal of the game for Chile, who remain in second place on four points, level with Argentina who are on top of the group with four points, as well.