Lightning Strikes Twice
In 2016, the Copa America witnessed the commencement of another significant event known as the Copa América Centenario. This particular tournament was organized to commemorate the 100th anniversary of COMNEBOL, which is the South American Football Confederation.
Despite the commemorative significance of the occasion, Argentina was determined to regain their glory following consecutive disappointments in the final matches. Astoundingly, they suffered another heart-wrenching defeat, this time against Chile, marking their third consecutive final loss, all decided by penalty shootouts, mirroring the outcome of the previous year. In the midst of this recurring misfortune, Lionel Messi, the iconic Argentine player, made an astonishing announcement that took the world by surprise.
