Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta says a weight has been lifted from Lionel Messi’s shoulders after winning the Copa America on Saturday.
The 34-year-old finally ended his long wait for a trophy with the national team by beating Brazil 1-0 in the final of the Copa America at the Maracana Stadium.
Iniesta praised Messi for the way he played throughout the tournament and thinks the win could be a big release for the captain.
“I think for him, on a personal level, it’s a weight off his shoulders. He has finally won something with his national team after being close so many times,” he said.