Lionel Messi leaves the 2026 FIFA World Cup as its most iconic figure, despite Spain denying him a final triumph.

Lionel Messi will attempt to further cement his name among athletic immortals when Argentina battles Spain in Sunday's 2026 World Cup Final.

At 39, the Argentine captain remains one of the best players in the world, but signs of a potential farewell have been there for a long time

The spotlight will be firmly on Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who is expected to play the final World Cup match of his career. The 39-year-old will become only the second player…