The final ball in the process of scoring a goal is instrumental in the striker’s efforts in putting the ball into the back of the net. The Copa America has seen world class playmakers in action through the years. Through the years, creative midfielders like Zico, Ronaldinho and Juan Riquelme have lighted the South American stage with their vision and passing.
The leading assist maker in the history of the Copa America is Lionel Messi. The Argentinian magician, who assisted thrice each in the 2007, 2011 and 2015 editions,totalling to 9 assists is known as one of the best passers in the game despite his outstanding goalscoring record. Lionel Messi has never won a major trophy for his nation and he’ll hope he can contribute through his assists in this year’s competition and win Argentina the trophy.
Chilean Jorge Valdivia shared the honours with Messi for the most assists in last years tournament in 2015. Chile went on to win Copa America 2015 beating Argentina via a penalty shootout after a 0-0 stalemate after 120 minutes of football.
This year’s Copa America will see talented and world class playmakers like Angel Di Maria, Lionel Messi, Willian and Arturo Vidal in action as they look to help their team score goals and win the tournament for their nation.
The Copa America Centenario 2016 Assists chart is led by American Clint Dempsey, after his pass was converted into a goal by Gyasi Zardes against Ecuador. Chile duo Alexis Sanchez and Arturo Vidal follow him in the table (from among the teams still left in the competition).
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