Messi Fulfills a Wish for Lamine Yamal: What Is It?

Lionel Messi, star of the Argentine national team, played a role in fulfilling a wish for Lamine Yamal, a player for Barcelona and the Spanish national team. Yamal previously stated before the Euro and Copa America finals: "My picture with Messi was a huge coincidence; any other kid from Barcelona could have been in my place." The Barcelona talent continued, "I hope to play against Messi in the Finalissima if Spain and Argentina win the continental titles." Yamal successfully led Spain to victory in Euro 2024, earning the title of Best Young Player, while Messi guided Argentina back to the podium in Copa America. With these results, Yamal is set to face off against Messi in 2025 during the "Finalissima," which pits the Copa America champion against the Euro winner. Although no specific date has been set for the tournament, it is expected to take place between June and July 2025.