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Argentina 2-1 Chile: Lionel Messi Sees Red as La Albiceleste Hang on for Third in Copa America

Lionel Messi was controversially shown his first red card in 14 years as Argentina saw off Chile with a 2-1 victory to seal third place in the Copa America on Saturday evening.

Messi has already spoken publicly about the 'bulls**t' referees at the Copa America, accusing them of favouring Brazil, and his red card against Chile only added fuel to the fire.

Before the incident, things looked to be going perfectly for Argentina. Messi helped create Sergio Aguero's opening goal after 12 minutes, before Juventus star Paulo Dybala grabbed a second ten minutes later.