Bangkok: Lamine Yamal, the Spanish national team forward, expressed his desire to face Lionel Messi and the Argentinian national team in the 2026 World Cup final. Spain recently secured their spot in the final by defeating France 2-0 in the semi-finals, becoming the first team to reach this stage of the tournament. They are now set to play against the winner of the England vs. Argentina match. According to Thai News Agency, Yamal mentioned that facing Lionel Messi in the World Cup final would be a remarkable experience. "I hope so," Yamal stated, highlighting his anticipation for a potential showdown against the Argentinian superstar. The upcoming final promises to be an exciting contest, especially if the match-up against Argentina materializes.