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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
July 18, 2026
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Messi and Yamal: Behind football's 'prophetic' full-circle moment
According to Monfort, the biggest challenge was persuading the shy young Argentine to relax while holding and bathing the baby...
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A remarkable "full-circle" moment in football is set to occur at the 2026 World Cup final when Lionel Messi faces Lamine Yamal. The two stars were once photographed together as infant and young player during a UNICEF charity event at Camp Nou.
- The iconic photo was taken in 2007 when a 20-year-old Messi bathed an infant Yamal for a charity calendar.
- Lamine Yamal, now 17, is a rising star for Spain and wears the iconic No. 10 shirt at FC Barcelona, previously worn by Messi.
- Both Messi and Yamal have recently become UNICEF Goodwill Ambassadors, highlighting a shared commitment to the organization.
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