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[UNICEF @UNICEF]

Some stories only get better with time.

Two years ago, we took you behind the scenes of the viral photo of Lionel Messi and a baby Lamine Yamal with his mom. This iconic image was captured for a fundraising calendar supporting UNICEF and the FCB Foundation.

Now, this story has a new chapter. Last month, Lamine Yamal became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, joining Lionel Messi, who was served in this role since 2010.

This weekend, they'll face each other in the FIFA World Cup final, but when it comes to championing children's rights, they're on the same team.

Watch the video and revisit the origins of this incredible image.

[𝐀𝐘𝐄𝐃. 𝐏𝐔𝐘𝐎𝐋🥷🏻 @koCyrus6]

Romero celebrated right in front of you and dared you to come forward. You didn’t. Instead, you took your frustration out on Barco. 😂😂

[𝐉Ø𝐄𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐏 🇸🇳 @Mustafa_Jehju]

Yamal a 19 ans
Il porte le numéro 19
La finale de la Coupe du monde c’est est le 19
Et il va jouer contre Messi 19 ans après être lavé par celui ci et qui portait le numero 19 à l’époque

[aud @mbappefc10]

the 3rd place humiliation match on saturday:

[UNICEF @UNICEF]

Yes, those photos you’ve seen are real.

More than 18 years ago, a baby named Lamine Yamal and his mom Sheila met Lionel Messi at a UNICEF fundraising photoshoot.

Today, their achievements on the pitch inspire millions. Off the pitch, both Messi and Lamine Yamal use their voices and platforms as UNICEF Goodwill Ambassadors to support and advocate for children around the world.

The goal? That every child survives, thrives, and fulfils their potential.

We are proud to have them on our team.

Credit: Joan Monfort

[adidas Football @adidasfootball]

THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME.

#YouGotThis

[mad @JB5ri]

Messi if he ever knew he's gonna face him in the world cup final after 19 years

[Mohamed Wagih @Mooowagiihhh]

عدي ٧ ساعات ع الماتش و لسه محدش عاوز يفهمنا ايه اللي ميسي عمله هنا ده

[OptaJoe @OptaJoe]

9 & 2 - Lionel Messi completed nine dribbles and assisted two goals against England - the first player on record (from 1966) to do so in a single FIFA World Cup knockout game.

Catalyst.

[MC @CrewsMat10]

LIONEL MESSI STUNNING ASSIST TO WIN THE GAME FOR ARGENTINA 🤯🐐 https://t.co/4i3txSqcFP

[All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 @AlbicelesteTalk]

Giuliano Simeone, emotional talking about Messi:

"Leo is 39 years old, he has everything a footballer could dream of and is still fighting like as the best. So for us, there’s only one thing left, give everything we have, run for him and for Argentina."

[NEMESIS🍃 @CocoAfrica69]

Ancestors wey no keep generational wealth for me no get right or power to keep generational curse for me.

[ESPN FC @ESPNFC]

Messi and Ronaldo when it's win or go home time in major tournaments 😮

[B/R Football @brfootball]

SPAIN REACH THE WORLD CUP FINAL FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 2010 🇪🇸

[MC @CrewsMat10]

🚨WORLD CUP FINAL APPEARANCE:

Lamine Yamal: 1
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[Ifunanya @Winningchuks]

Wasuii fans and badluck🤝

[Ifunanya @Winningchuks]

"Mbappe please save football" foolish people

[Ifunanya @Winningchuks]

Ronaldo and his toxic cults are out, anybody can win it now idc

[Ifunanya @Winningchuks]

Ronaldo fans ntorrr