Rodriguez Breaks Messi’s Record Of Most Assist In Single Edition Of Copa America

Rodriguez breaks Messi’s record of most assist in single edition of Copa America (Image Source: IANS)

Midfielder James Rodriguez: Midfielder James Rodriguez surpassed Argentine great Lionel Messi's record of most assists for goals in a single edition of the Copa America.

The pass for Jefferson Lerma to score was his 6th assist in the tournament, making him the player with the most assists in a single edition since 2011, when the statistic began to be computed.

The previous mark belonged to Messi, who had registered 5 assists in the Copa América 2021.

The pass for Jefferson Lerma to score was his 6th assist in the tournament, making him the player with the most assists in a single edition since 2011, when the statistic began to be computed.

Colombia defeated Uruguay 1-0 to advance to the final, which will be held on Sunday in Miami. Awaiting them are Argentina, as Lionel Messi and Co. look to make it a second consecutive Copa America title.