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Lionel Messi celebrated his birthday while away on international duty at the Copa America, posing for a picture with his cake and team-mates.<\/p>\n
Messi posted a picture on Instagram as he held a birthday cake to mark turning 37. Among the handful of team-mates invited to celebrate with him were Cristian Romero, Rodrigo de Paul and fellow veterans Angel Di Maria and Nicolas Otamendi.<\/p>\n
Already gifted a giant bottle of Argentinean wine by Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham, Messi is targeting Copa America glory this summer. The reigning world and South American champions began their campaign with a 2-0 group stage win over Canada.<\/p>\n
Messi said in his caption: \u201cThank you so much for all the greetings and congratulations!! Another year that coincides with my birthday being with the National Team\u2026 So celebrating a little bit more and we keep getting ready for our next game. Hugs!\u201d<\/p>\n
Despite turning 37, Messi isn\u2019t actually the oldest player in Argentina\u2019s Copa America squad. That honour goes to back-up goalkeeper Franco Armani, who was born in 1986 and celebrated his 37th birthday back in October.<\/p>\n
Argentina\u2019s Copa America continues on June 25 with a group encounter against Chile, who began by drawing 0-0 with Peru. Messi and Co. will hope for a more convincing win, having not truly sealed their Canada victory until the 88th minute.<\/p>\n
\n<\/blockquote>\nSource: goal.com<\/p>\n
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