Argentina star Lionel Messi "lost his mind" ahead of the speech which inspired his team-mates to Copa America glory, according to colleague Angel di Maria.
Former Manchester United man Di Maria scored the winner in the final against Brazil to deliver the first continental title of his career. It was also Messi's first win, after painful defeats in the 2007, 2015 and 2016 finals.
Messi won the Ballon d'Or just months after that Copa America victory, extending his record for the individual prize. That win might not have been possible without his inspirational speech, though - not to mention his tournament-leading four goals in Brazil in 2021.
