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Lionel Messi aims to break records in World Cup final against Spain

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 6:43 PM

Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Lionel Messi aims to break records in World Cup final against Spain

Summary

Lionel Messi is set to play in what may be his final World Cup match on Sunday against Spain. At 39, he can become the oldest outfield player to appear in a World Cup final. Messi also has the chance to break records for goals and assists in a single World Cup, needing just one contribution to tie the all-time mark. A victory for Argentina would make Messi the oldest player to win back-to-back World Cups, adding more accolades to his already illustrious career.

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By the Numbers

•Messi will be 25 days past his 39th birthday during the final.
•He can tie the record for most World Cup finals played at three.
•Messi currently has eight goals and four assists in this World Cup.
•A win will make him the oldest player to win consecutive World Cups.
•Argentina aims to win back-to-back World Cups, a rare feat.

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6:43 PMYahoo Sports — ♾️ Infinite Leo! The incredible records Messi can break in the final 🤯

What they're saying

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If this really is Lionel Messi's last World Cup, the Pulga has chosen the best possible way to say goodbye to football’s biggest stage. Throughout his career, he has made us get used to the impossib...
— Yahoo Sports

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