Lamine also said before that he chose La Masia because they gave him boots for the academy trials when he left his boots at home accidentally. Small gestures took the club a long way
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
🚨🗣️ Leo Messi: "It's been almost a YEAR since I've been preparing for this World Cup, honestly."
"I spent December in Argentina, training in the morning and afternoon, non-stop."
"I knew I was going to give MY ALL to arrive in the best possible way."
🩵�� Leo Messi: “I have been preparing for this World Cup for almost a year”.
“I spent December in Argentina, training morning and afternoon, because I knew I was going to give everything to arrive in the best possible shape”.