Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, on Sunday made history after his side’s World Cup final defeat to Spain.
Messi featured as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 following Ferran Torres’ only goal of the match after 120 minutes.
According to OptaJoe, Messi is the second player to feature in three different FIFA World Cup finals after Brazil’s Cafu.
Also, at 39 years old, the Inter Miami forward is the oldest outfield player to ever play in the showpiece.
Messi, who has won eight Ballon d’Or awards, recorded 8 goals and four assists at the 2026 World Cup.
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