‘A special game’ - Lionel Messi relishing facing Lamine Yamal and Barcelona stars in World Cup final
Lionel Messi expressed excitement ahead of the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in New York. Messi praised the Spanish team's philosophy and reflected on the significance of reaching consecutive World Cup finals.
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As a major global sporting event, the World Cup final draws significant international attention and highlights the competitive landscape of elite football.
Lionel Messi says he’s looking forward to a special game against Spain on Sunday when Argentina take on Luis de la Fuente’s side in the World Cup final in New York.
The GOAT grabbed two assists as Argentina came from behind to beat England in Wednesday’s semi-final and spoke about his next test after the final whistle.
> “It’s a huge team with fantastic players, a great style of play, a team I know well. It’s a football philosophy; they’ve been playing this way for many years, and I know the players,” he told TyC Sports.
> “I also know the players. I’ve already faced many of them and I still follow them. Some of them play for Barça, a club I’ve always loved and followed. It will be a special, very evenly matched game.”
Messi also spoke of his pride at reaching consecutive World Cup finals with Argentina.
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