Messi: I'd like to change history and be champions>>>

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Argentina international Lionel Messi is hoping it will be fourth time lucky when they face Chile - after losing

three previous finals with his country in the 2014 World Cup and Copa America in 2007 and 2015.

The Albiceleste captain articulated in his pre-match press conference that it would be a big disappointment to be runners-up again in the Copa America Centenario  final, being held in New Jersey on Sunday night (Monday 02:00 CET).

 "I don't know if it's the last chance but we must seize it and win this cup, as I would like to change our history and to be champions this time," said the 29-year-old.

Although they beat Chile 2-1 in a group game, the Barcelona star said that a final is different.

"Chile are a team which puts you under pressure and won't let you play your way."

He explained why he criticised the Argentina Football Association -which is now under FIFA's control after president Luis Segura was charged with fraud concerning TV broadcasting rights - for its "disastrous" travel arrangements.

He went public after the squad's flight from Houston to New York for the final was delayed for several hours.

"This is not just about what's happening now but things have happened over a long time although we haven't said anything," explained the forward.

"Maybe I was wrong to speak out now without asking anyone."

The five times Ballon d'Or winner said he would rather focus on the final than think about the AFA.

"We don't ask for anything extra but at the very least we can travel, rest and be well prepared for the game to come," he added.