Thiago Messi, son of Lionel Messi, wants to team up with Barcelona Star Lamine Yamal. Messi openly admires Yamal, and his 12-year-old son, Thiago Messi, dreams of playing alongside him one day. With only eight years between them, this possibility feels real. Thiago said, “I want to play for Argentina, and one day I want to play with Lamine Yamal.”
Lamine Yamal, 18, is already making waves at Barcelona and with Spain, winning both Spanish and European championships. He is being compared to Lionel Messi for his flair, creativity, and game-changing ability. Both players graduated from Barcelona’s La Masia youth academy and now wear the famous number 10 shirt.
The upcoming Finalissima between Spain and Argentina will see Messi face Yamal on the field, symbolizing a potential passing of the torch. Fans are excited about the chance of Thiago Messi and Yamal forming a future partnership that could rival past football legends.
Lionel Messi Shares the Five Footballers His Children Thiago Messi, Mateo, and Ciro Enjoy Watching Most
Lionel Messi recently revealed the five footballers his children enjoy watching the most. His sons, named Thiago, Mateo, and Ciro, follow Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal, Real Madrid forwards Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Jr., Polish striker Robert Lewandowski, and Manchester City star Erling Haaland.
Messi complimented 17-year-old Yamal for his performance in the Euro Championship with Spain, highlighting his exceptional skill and growth potential as a footballer. Messi highlighted Yamal’s qualities and said he is already among the world’s best.
At 38, Messi is unsure if he will play in the 2026 World Cup in the US, Mexico, and Canada, saying he will decide based on how he feels at the time, without setting firm goals.
FAQs
Q. What did Lamine Yamal say about Messi?
A. Lamine Yamal said: “Messi has made his own path, I’m going to make mine, and the number 10 now comes from Ansu. I will try to make all the Cules happy, both those at the stadium and those at home.”
Q. Did Messi really meet Lamine Yamal?
A. Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez met Lamine Yamal when he was a child at La Masia. Lamine first met Messi when he was just six months old.
Q. Why does Messi have a picture with baby Yamal?
A. Lamine Yamal’s family, living in Mataró near Barcelona, won a UNICEF raffle. This gave them the chance to have a photo taken at Camp Nou with a Barça player.
Q. Did Thiago Messi score 11 goals in a match?
A. Yes. Thiago Messi reportedly scored 11 goals in a 12-0 win for Inter Miami’s U13 team against Atlanta.
Q. Who is Thiago Messi’s football idol?
A. Thiago Messi’s idol is Lamine Yamal, though he also admired Cristiano Ronaldo in the past.
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