Lionel Messi Asserts Argentina Will Give Their All Against Spain in World Cup Final
NEW YORK: Lionel Messi’s recent appearance at the Fanatics Fest is anticipated to be his final public engagement before the World Cup final against Spain on Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The event showcased a remarkable gathering of sports icons, including Tom Brady, Novak Djokovic, and Kevin Durant, all of whom took the opportunity to capture a selfie with Messi, underscoring his status as one of the greatest soccer players of all time.
Messi expressed his commitment to the upcoming match, stating, “We will give it our all.” This sentiment resonated throughout the event, which served as a unique platform for fans to witness Messi in a setting typically closed to the public. FIFA utilized the four-day sports celebration in New York for preview news conferences, allowing hundreds of attendees to catch a glimpse of the Argentine superstar.
Spain’s captain, Rodri, highlighted Messi’s significance, asserting that his impact transcends words and declaring him the greatest of all time. The format of the event allowed Messi and other players from Argentina and Spain to ask questions of each other rather than responding to traditional media inquiries.
Brady engaged Messi about a viral photo of him with a young boy, Lamine Yamal, who has since become a star for Spain. Djokovic inquired about handling pressure, directing a similar question toward Messi. Following Messi’s response, Djokovic expressed gratitude, saying, “Gracias, Leo.”
The atmosphere was lively, with players from both teams appearing to enjoy the interaction. Scaloni, the head coach of Argentina, remarked on the significance of the match, emphasizing the need to treat it as just another game despite its World Cup final status.
Argentina’s journey to the final has not been without challenges. The defending champions remain unbeaten in the tournament, with a record of 7-0-0, while Spain holds a record of 6-0-1 after drawing their opening match against Cape Verde. Argentina faced significant hurdles, rallying from a 1-0 deficit against England in the semifinals and overcoming a 2-0 deficit against Egypt in the Round of 16.
Messi reiterated the team’s resilience, stating, “I’ve said many times: We never stop fighting.” This determination has propelled Argentina to the final, and when he took the stage, the audience was captivated, many holding their phones to capture the moment.
As the event concluded, a diverse group of attendees, including players, coaches, and celebrities, gathered for a final selfie with the fans. Scaloni remarked, “Sunday is going to be a great show,” reflecting the anticipation surrounding the match.
Messi’s focus remains on the task ahead, with the chance to secure back-to-back World Cups—a feat not achieved since Brazil in 1962. Argentina’s goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez, emphasized the team’s dedication, stating, “We’re going to give absolutely our best, with Leo, with the team that we have, to bring the World Cup back to my country and celebrate with our people.”
As reported by www.emirates247.com.
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Published on 2026-07-18 17:10:00 • By FAME Delivered News Desk