Argentina's Angel Di Maria has defended Lionel Messi's displays at the Copa America, insisting the forward is performing "very well".
Messi has scored just once, from the penalty spot against Paraguay, in four games at the tournament, where Argentina reached the semi-finals courtesy of a 2-0 win over Venezuela on Friday.
The Barcelona star has come under criticism for his underwhelming performances but Di Maria, who made his 100th appearance for his country as a second-half substitute against Venezuela, believes his contribution has been important.
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"I think Leo is doing things very well," he told reporters.