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Official! The face-off between Lamine Yamal and Messi now has a date.

Two generations of Barça face to face in a historic duel: Lamine Yamal and Messi will meet very soon

29/10/2025 10:15:00h

Adrián Funes García

Messi remains a legendary figure for Barça. The historic number 10 marked an era by achieving records that are almost impossible to surpass. Meanwhile, Lamine Yamal has become the great hope of the fans to write a new chapter of magic and success at the culé stronghold.

Two Barcelona players celebrate together on the field, one wearing a blue and red uniform and the other wearing a yellow uniform.

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Many believe that only Lamine Yamal could match what Messi built in his day with Barça. That possibility generates excitement among the club's environment and the culé supporters. Seeing both of them together on the same field is a dream that transcends generations.

Official! The meeting between Lamine Yamal and Messi already has a date

It's no secret that Barça supporters still dream of the possible return of Messi to Camp Nou. A return that would allow fans to enjoy the Argentine star alongside the emerging talent of Lamine Yamal. However, after his recent contract renewal with Inter Miami, that possibility has been reduced to the realm of national teams.

Two players seen from behind wearing jerseys from different national teams, one white with the name Messi and the number 10, and the other red with the name Yamal and the number 10.

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In this regard, the news that has caused maximum anticipation is the confirmation of the date for the match between Spain and Argentina. The Finalissima will, in fact, be a clash between Messi and Lamine Yamal, and Barça fans see it as a unique moment. The expectation is sky-high because it will be the first time they share the same field and the spectacle could be enormous.

Thus, the Finalissima between Spain and Argentina already has a set date: it will beon March 28, 2026, in Doha. In that match, the champion of the last European Championship will face the champion of the last Copa América. That combination allows Messi and Lamine Yamal to coincide in time and space, which promises to be a truly spectacular event.

Spain-Argentina will be played on March 28

For Barça and their supporters, this event becomes a day marked in red on the calendar. They will be able to enjoy Messi facing Spain, probably for the last time, and at the same time see Lamine Yamal against Argentina. Without a doubt, on March 28 all eyes will be on Doha.

The match between Messi and Lamine Yamal promises to be historic. Seeing the greatest of all time still active facing his natural heir promises maximum excitement. Moreover, what better stage than a great final between the last European Championship winner, Spain, and Copa América champion, Argentina.

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