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(PHOTO) This is how Messi's ankle looks after the injury suffered in the Copa America final

Messi was subbed off in the Copa America final after a huge injury.

By Emmanuel Mendez

Lionel Messi cries on the pitch on the ground in pain in the Copa America final with the Argentina and Colombia flags above him. (Source: Messi Xtra X)
Lionel Messi cries on the pitch on the ground in pain in the Copa America final with the Argentina and Colombia flags above him. (Source: Messi Xtra X)

Lionel Messi suffered a serious injury in the Copa America final against Colombia. He left the pitch crying and shocked many fans. It was his right ankle, and the images from it came fast. What many fans couldn't believe is how the ankle looks, which makes it look very serious.

It looks bad. Some specialists thinks that it could be an sprained ankle, and for the knowledge it could take some time to recover. Now Messi will wait till the end of the game to take further examinations and see the injury extent.

Lionel Messi can barely walk

Lionel Messi could be out for a long time since he has a muscle injury and an ankle injury. Messi could barely walk toward the team ahead of the group talk before the extra time vs. Colombia.

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Lionel Messi

Argentina National Team

Copa America


Emmanuel Mendez

Emmanuel Mendez

Football journalist for over three years with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Communications. I follow and cover the top five European leagues as well as MLS, Liga MX, the US National team, and the Seleccion Mexicana (Mexican national team). A professional writer and editor with over three years of experience. Work consists of sports writing, copywriting, and content creation with knowledge of SEO. Editing is also a skill developed from writing articles and content throughout tasks co...

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