Lionel Messi made history as soon as the match started

Lionel Messi made history as soon as the match started

19.07.2026 22:11

Spain faced Argentina in the FIFA 2026 World Cup final. Lionel Messi made history as the only footballer to captain in three World Cup finals.

In the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Spain faced Argentina in the championship match in New York City, USA.

ARGENTINA'S STARTING XI

Argentina, the reigning World Cup champions, began the match against European champions Spain with this starting eleven: Emiliano Martinez, Montiel, Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Tagliafico, De Paul, Enzo Fernandez, Mac Allister, Nico Gonzalez, Julian Alvarez, and Messi.

MESSI MAKES HISTORY AGAIN

Messi, who has made history by holding many records in the World Cup, also etched his name into history in the final match. The star player became the only footballer in football history to captain a team in three World Cup finals.

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