Smells like Messi's three-peat! Argentina grab another Copa America title

On the wings of that legendary duo, Xavi-Iniesta, Spain managed to clinch three major titles in a row between 2008 and 2012 (two Euros and 2010 WC). Now, Argentina have done almost the same by clinching a three-peat: two Copa America titles along with the World Cup triumph.

Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria led their national side to another larger-than-life victory as the defending champions managed to beat Colombia in a chaotic final on Monday.

Lautaro Martinez struck in the second half of extra time from Giovani lo Celso's through ball to secure the win.

This has been Argentina's 16th Copa America win, but it will be mostly remembered for the 80-minute-long kick-off delay because of trouble outside the ground in Miami.

Organizers claim that ticketless fans tried to get into the ground, while the scenes of police officers and security clashing with the fans have gone viral.

As if that chaos was not enough, the half-time break lasted for 25 long minutes due to a concert by Colombian pop star Shakira on the pitch.

When it comes to the match itself, Messi was left in tears when he had to be replaced midway through the second half after injuring himself while chasing for the ball. His teammates, however, kept their calm, and Lautaro Martinez ended up as a hero and won the Golden Boot award with five goals.

COPA AMERICA

Final

Argentina - Colombia 1-0 a.e.t (0-0)

/L. Martinez 112/