Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 in extra time, Yamal and Messi share brief on-field moment
Spain won the World Cup final 1-0 after extra time, and 19-year-old Lamine Yamar briefly embraced Lionel Messi on the pitch following the match.
Spain secured a 1-0 victory over Argentina in extra time to claim its second World Cup title on Sunday at MetLife Stadium. After the final whistle, Lionel Messi, who had just received a runner-up medal, sat on the field. Lamine Yamar, the 19-year-old Spanish winger, approached Messi and the two exchanged a brief hug and words.
The encounter was noted for the contrast between the veteran Argentine and the tournament’s youngest scorer. Earlier in the tournament, a photo of a teenage Messi holding a baby Yamar had circulated online, highlighting their shared history from Messi’s years at Barcelona.
Spain’s winning goal came from Ferran Torres in the extra-time period, and the team celebrated on the field alongside teammate Nico Williams. The victory is expected to be celebrated by Spanish fans in the New York-New Jersey area on Sunday night.