39-Year-Old Messi Stuns Again as Yamal Praises Historic World Cup Run
Lionel Messi continues to defy age at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. At 39, he has already scored eight goals, created the most chances of any player and carried Argentina into the quarter-finals. Few expected such dominance from a player of his age. His performances have put him on course for a record ninth Ballon d’Or if Argentina go all the way. Spain and Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal expressed his admiration in an interview with a leading sports outlet. “Leo Messi has been incredible so far,” he said. “No one expected this level at the World Cup. I’m so happy for him.” Next up for Argentina is a thrilling quarter-final clash against Switzerland. Regardless of the result, Messi’s display will be remembered as one of the greatest individual showings in World Cup history.
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