What Copa America records does Lionel Messi hold and could he make or break more in 2024?

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Lionel Messi has not only made his name as one of the greatest footballers of all time but he has also become one of most decorated players as well. He has made some amazing records in the Copa America so far in his career.

As he celebrated his 37th birthday in the middle of the 2024 Copa America, he could be on his way to break some more. As his Copa America records grow bigger, so will his overall records in international football.

Some Copa America records Lionel Messi holds:

Most Copa America appearances: Messi made his 35th appearance in the Copa America during their first match against Canada. He surpassed the previous record-holder, the Chilean goalkeeper Sergio Livingstone who had 34 appearances under his belt.

First Argentine player to play in seven Copa Americas: Lionel Messi’s longevity as one of the greatest players spreads further than club football. He has now already played in seven different editions of the Copa America, becoming the first Argentine player to achieve this feat.

Tied for 7th all-time in Copa America goals: Messi has scored a total of 13 goals in the Copa America. This ties him for the 7th place on the all-time top scorers list alongside Norberto Mendez of Argentina and Zizinho of Brazil among others.

Some records Lionel Messi could close in 2024 Copa America:

Most Copa America goals: Messi may be in 7th place but he only needs five more goals to surpass the all-time record of 17 goals. This could be the year he breaks that record.

First player to win Copa America Best Player award three times: Messi has previously won the Best Player award twice in Copa America so far - in 2015 and 2021. If he wins it this term, he could become the first-ever player to win it three times.

Second on the all-time men's international goals list: Messi has a total of 108 international goals under his belt. He only needs two more to surpass Ali Daei's record of 109 goals.