World Cup Final: UNICEF revives iconic Messi-Yamal photo ahead of Argentina-Spain clash
As the football world counts down to Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, UNICEF has brought back an iconic photograph that perfectly captures the passing of the torch from one global superstar to another.
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What began as a charity photoshoot nearly two decades ago has become one of football’s most remarkable full-circle moments, with the legendary Argentine and the teenage Spanish sensation now set to meet on the sport’s biggest stage, both chasing World Cup glory while continuing to champion children’s rights beyond the pitch.
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