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Argentina needs Copa America more than just Messi - Scaloni

The country's superstar is still searching for international silverware, but his coach has stressed his personal needs come second

Lionel Scaloni hopes the 2020 Copa America is not Lionel Messi's last and stressed Argentina need silverware more than their superstar does.

Argentina will open next year's tournament against Chile at El Monumental on June 12, it was revealed on Tuesday.

Scaloni hopes 32-year-old Messi, who will again be aiming to win his first senior international trophy, plays beyond the 2020 Copa and admitted the entire nation is desperate for success, not just the Barcelona star.