Copa America 2021: Best images of Lionel Messi as Argentina end 28-year trophy drought at Brazil's Maracana

After losing four times in finals, early exits in major tournaments and even a decision to retire from the national team, the superstar celebrated a much-awaited title with Argentina at Saturday's 1-0 win against Brazil in the Maracana Stadium. Here are some of the images of the "GOAT" after the final match.

Victorious captain Lionel Messi of Argentina kisses the Copa America trophy. (Photo | AP) 

Teammates lift Argentina captain Lionel Messi after beating Brazil 1-0 in the Copa America final at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro. (Photo | AP)

Lionel Messi holds the Copa America top scorer trophy at the Maracana stadium during the award ceremony. (Photo | AP)

Argentina's Lionel Messi speaks with his family on the phone after the Copa America final in Rio de Janeiro. (Photo | AFP)

Argentina's Lionel Messi raises the trophy for the best player during the award ceremony after defeating Brazil 1-0 in Copa America final. (Photo | AP)

Argentina's Lionel Messi hoists the trophy after beating Brazil 1-0 in the Copa America final at Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro. (Photo | AP)

Argentina's Lionel Messi holds the Copa America trophy as he celebrates with teammates. (Photo | AP)

Marcos Acuna of Argentina rushes towards his captain Lionel Messi as final whistle is blown at the Maracana stadium. (Photo | AFP)

Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates after winning their Copa America final against Brazil. (Photo | AP)

Lionel Messi stand behind the trophy as Argentina squad celebrate on the podium after winning CONMEBOL 2021 Copa America tournament. (Photo | AFP)

Argentina captain Lionel Messi and teammates celebrate after their summit clash against Brazil. Photo | AFP)