This article was originally published on www.si.com as Report: Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal Set to Face Off for First Time in 2026. Reigning continental champions Argentina and Spain are set to play the Finalissima during the final international break before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

A date has been pencilled in for the upcoming Finalissima clash between Spain and Argentina.That’s according to journalist Gaston Edul, who has revealed that as much will be played out in March of

Barcelona attacker Lamine Yamal picked his dream all-time XI that includes club legend Lionel Messi and the Argentine's arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo.