These pictures clearly portray the deep bond and friendship that exist between two of the world’s most decorated players Lionel Messi and Neymar Jr. Despite his obvious and understandable devastation after losing the final, Neymar conducted himself with class. As the Argentinian celebrations continued after the Copa America final, he went over to his former team mate and congratulated him. The two shared a touching moment and were pictured later, sat together on the steps of the Maracana in conversation. At the end of the day, friendship goes beyond rivalry and football.