Lionel Messi has the chance to equal a unique record held by Brazilian legend Ronaldo Nazário when Argentina face Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday.
If Argentina defeat Spain, Messi will become only the second player in history to captain a nation to two FIFA World Cup titles, matching Ronaldo’s achievement as captain of Brazil’s victorious 2002 team. The victory would also give Messi his second World Cup trophy after leading Argentina to glory in Qatar in 2022.
The 39-year-old has been one of the tournament’s standout performers, inspiring Argentina to another World Cup final with a series of decisive displays. A victory would further cement his legacy as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
Football fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the final, with many viewing it as another opportunity for Messi to add a historic chapter to his remarkable career.
