# Messi and Yamal’s Unexpected Bond | Global News

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Podcast: [Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/global-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7448525)
Published: 2026-07-17T16:45:42+00:00
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A 2007 charity photo of teen Lionel Messi bathing a baby—later revealed to be Lamine Yamal—has gone viral ahead of the World Cup final, sparking global fascination and disbelief. The image, shared by Yamal’s dad during Euro 2024, now symbolizes a surreal generational link between football legends. Photographer Joan Monfort, caught in the spotlight, faces media frenzy and uncredited reposts while wrestling with his loyalty as a lifelong Barcelona fan—rooting for both Messi and Yamal, the old guard and the new dawn. He’s even considering attending the final, unsure who to cheer for, but hoping for a historic, unforgettable showdown. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/29d2158cb54e016e

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