Official! The face-off between Messi and Lamine Yamal already has a date: 'It'll be on...'

Few matches in the world of soccer ignite as much passion as the one that will pit Leo Messi against Lamine Yamal. The Argentine legend has been the best player in the world for almost two decades and has broken every record in the world of soccer. This is a feat that's hard to repeat in the future. At 38 years old (38 años), Messi is in the final stage of his career, but his quality and talent remain intact.

Meanwhile, Lamine Yamal has become the new star of Barça. At 18 years old (18 años), he leads the blaugrana attack. His goals and impossible dribbles have brought excitement back to the Barcelona stands, where fans see him as the new icon of Barcelona fandom. Almost 20 years (20 años) separate them, but the match that will see them face off head-to-head is getting closer and closer.

Spain and Argentina have a pending date, a final with a title at stake: the UEFA-Conmebol Champions Cup, better known as the Finalissima. The match promises to become a historic event for world soccer. This is an official tournament that pits the champions of the Euro Cup and Copa América against each other.

Historic meeting

The match doesn't have a date yet, largely because Spain, unlike Argentina, hasn't had any openings in the calendar. The Spanish national team went straight from the Nations League to the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Only one window remains available in March, as long as Spain qualifies first in their group and avoids the play-offs.

The victories this September bring the possibility of a match that will pit Lamine and Messi head-to-head ever closer. This is a match full of symbolism that would pit the greatest in history against the one many consider his generational successor. Everything depends on whether Spain secures a direct ticket to the World Cup. If they do, the Finalissima will take place next March.

The venue, under negotiation

The organization of the match is in full negotiation. Both the United States and Saudi Arabia have submitted proposals to host the match. However, Montevideo is emerging as the most likely venue, aiming to give the clash an unparalleled historic atmosphere. It's important to remember that Uruguay hosted the first World Cup in 1930, and its capital remains an iconic place in soccer terms.

Talks between the respective federations are progressing and they should reach a final agreement in the coming days. At 38 years old (38 años), Leo Messi is reaching the twilight of his career, although he is still the spiritual leader of the Albiceleste national team. With his talent intact, he is still capable of deciding a match with one of his signature plays.