# Messi and Yamal star in the showdown in the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.

- URL: https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/messi-and-yamal-star-in-the-showdown-in-the-world-cup-final-between-spain-and-argentina/
- Published: 2026-07-19T13:01:33+00:00
- Updated: 2026-07-19T13:03:32+00:00
- Publisher: Apito Final (apitofinal.pt)
- Section: Internacional
- Tags: Juventus, Liga Europa

## Key points

- O artigo apresenta a final do Mundial entre Espanha e Argentina como um duelo entre Yamal, jovem promessa, e Messi, que tenta superar a lenda de Maradona.
- No Inter, Stankovic Jr. continua no plantel, e a Juventus procura um avançado para resolver os seus problemas de finalização, após o empate sem golos com o Basileia.
- Juventus também procura um guarda-redes, e Kolo, cujo contrato com o Tottenham expira em 2027, é a prioridade no ataque.

## Article

The clash between Spain and Argentina in the [World Cup](https://apitofinal.pt/en/modalidades-en/golf-en/sam-burns-leads-the-open-in-search-of-redemption-after-losing-at-the-us-open/) final is creating an epic narrative: Yamal, the young prospect, versus Messi, the star trying to surpass the legend of Diego Maradona. This duel symbolizes the choice between modernity and passion in [football](https://apitofinal.pt/en/?p=638759), as highlighted by [La Gazzetta](https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/chelsea-refuses-loan-of-badiashile-to-napoli-and-demands-a-sale/) dello Sport. The generational battle promises to be one of the most exciting moments of the competition.

At Inter, Stankovic Jr. remains in the squad, while Chivu experiments with him as a possible substitute for vice-Calha. Milan, [Juventus](https://apitofinal.pt/en/?p=638772), and the [Europa League](https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/slavko-vincic-will-referee-the-final-of-the-2026-world-cup-between-spain-and-argentina/) face challenges that could weigh on the calendar and the ambitions of the teams. [Juventus](https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/messi-and-ronaldo-year-by-year-comparison-of-the-two-greatest-players/) is on the lookout for a forward to solve their finishing problems, especially after the goalless draw against Basel, where Ekhator left injured in the 29th minute due to a muscle issue. Spalletti confessed: “I hope it’s nothing serious.”

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The goalkeeper Perin stood out by saving a penalty, but the club is still looking for reinforcements for the goal. Lucio did not hesitate to state, “We are looking for a goalkeeper.” The priority for [Juventus](https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/rabiot-criticizes-france-s-behavior-after-world-cup-defeat/) is forward Kolo, whose contract with Tottenham expires in 2027, and [De Zerbi](https://apitofinal.pt/internacional/tottenham-prepara-venda-de-cristian-romero-por-50-milhoes/) may be available to negotiate his departure. Additionally, Richarlison is emerging as a possibility to strengthen the attack.

Regarding transfers, Boga is trying to convince Kessié to join the team, while Celik expressed enthusiasm: “I’m happy, Yildiz wrote to me. He is the future here.” Coach Gasp admits that the market has been slow: “We are like a diesel engine, but we will receive reinforcements.” Oristanio has already arrived, and Summerville is on the way, with a €46 million offer made to [West Ham](https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/chelsea-secures-morgan-rogers-for-117-million-and-shakes-up-the-market/) for the Dutch player. Mancini and Cristante have renewed their contracts, providing stability to the squad.

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This scenario reflects the pressure that Italian teams feel to strengthen their squads and fill gaps, especially in attack and goalkeeping. [Juventus](https://apitofinal.pt/en/?p=638888), in particular, faces decisive days to secure players who can transform the season. Between the [World Cup](https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/lautaro-martinez-and-nico-paz-on-the-bench-in-the-2026-world-cup-final/) final and the European market, [football](https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/referees-ensure-independence-and-deny-favoritism-in-the-world-cup/) is experiencing moments of intense anticipation and crucial decisions.

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