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Lionel Messi Has to 'Have More Respect' When He Loses, Says Brazil Manager Tite

Brazil manager Tite has said Lionel Messi must "have more respect" in defeat after responding to the Argentina forward's allegations of corruption at the 2019 Copa America.

The Selecao beat Peru 3-1 in Sunday's final to lift their first Copa title since 2007, having beaten La Albiceleste 2-0 in the semis. Argentina finished third following a 2-1 win over Chile on Saturday when Messi was shown the second red card of his career.

Messi boycotted the bronze medal ceremony and told reporters he felt the tournament was set up for hosts Brazil to win, but Tite responded by saying Argentina's talisman must be more humble in defeat, per ESPN FC:

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Tite had a few words for Lionel Messi.