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Theionel Messi was banned from playing international matches for Argentina for three months after claiming that the Copa America was "corrupt".
The South American Football Confederation, Conmebol, also fined the 32-year-old (£ 41,121) for $ 50,000 for his comments after his take-off in Argentina's 2-1 win over the United States. Chile in the third place of the tournament last month. .
Messi was ruled out for the second time in his career after pushing Chilean midfielder Gary Medel, who also had a red card.
"We do not need to be part of this corruption," said Messi afterwards. "They showed us a lack of respect throughout this tournament.
"Unfortunately, corruption, referees, they do not allow people to enjoy football, they have a little ruined."
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