Real reason why Lionel Messi is facing potential ban from international football for two years

Argentina captain and we'll as one of the biggest star in Barcelona has been ban from playing the international football for two years here is the reason:

Let’s look at what he said.
"We don't have to be part of this corruption and the lack of respect they showed us throughout this tournament, Sadly, the corruption, the referees, they don't allow people to enjoy football. I think the cup is fixed for Brazil, I hope VAR and the referees have nothing to do in this final and that Peru can compete because they have the team to do so, although I think it's difficult."

Messi accused CONMEBOL of possible corruption and being lenient on Brazil. These are huge comments even if they’re from Messi who is usually quiet and let things go.

As much as people say Messi spoke out of frustration from the undeserving red card, Messi didn’t make those accusations right away. He waited till the game was over and specifically mentioned the above when he was asked why he didn’t pick up the medal.

Messi took his time and vented out what he wanted to say.

Why possible 2 years ban? Below is the punishment as per CONMEBOL.

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