Date set for Messi vs Lamine Yamal game – report | OneFootball

Reports have emerged, primarily from Gaston Edul, suggesting that the much-anticipated Finalissima match between Argentina and Spain could be scheduled for March 2026.

This comes after comments from Lionel Scaloni, the coach of the Argentina national team, sparked interest regarding the potential fixture.

He hinted at possible changes in the team’s lineup and discussed Lionel Messi’s absence, but also touched on the prospects of the Finalissima during a recent press conference.

Scaloni made it clear that the match was far from guaranteed to happen next year. “I don’t know if the Finalissima is going to happen,” he admitted as quoted by Mundo Biceleste.

“From what I’ve been told, it will be tough to fit in with Spain’s schedule. I don’t see it happening next year. Maybe they will find a gap, but I’m not thinking about it right now.”

What would be the venue for The Finalissima?

Lionel Messi’s Argentina will face Lamine Yamal’s Spain in the Finalissima. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Should the match have gone ahead in October or November 2025, it was widely believed that Europe would host the event. Possible venues included cities like Berlin, London, and Rome.

These cities were leading candidates due to their established football infrastructure and international appeal.

However, if the game gets postponed until March 2026, the United States, specifically New York, is being tipped as a strong contender to host the showdown.

The appeal of staging such a high-profile match in New York would align with the growing interest in football within the U.S., especially ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

That said, nothing is set in stone yet. The date needs to be officially confirmed before a venue can be locked in.

What we do know for sure is that Argentina and Spain will be the teams competing when the Finalissima eventually takes place, bringing together two of the most successful football nations in what promises to be a highly anticipated match.

Interestingly, this match would bring the highly anticipated showdown between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal, a contest every Barcelona fan is eagerly waiting for.