While there were many highlights to the FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, one of the most captivating elements of the game was the presence of Lamine Yamal — Spain’s 19-year-old superstar. He joined the ranks of Barcelona at the age of 15, won a victory for Spain in UEFA Euro 2024 and made a major contribution to Spain in the World Cup. Despite being eligible to play for either of these countries, he chose to represent Spain — the nation he was born and raised in. A prized player for Spain, he became the nation’s youngest player and goalscorer to date when he was only 16. Shortly after the whistle blew announcing Spain the World Cup champion, Yamal and Messi shared a hug.