Messi's support for Lamine Yamal over Vinicius Junior in The Best FIFA Men's Player voting highlights his admiration for emerging talent and his ties to Barcelona.
Despite being a Real Madrid player, Messi only awarded one point to Vinicius, placing him behind teammates Kylian Mbappe and young talent Lamine Yamal.
Messi expressed his pride in Lamine Yamal and Vicky Lopez, praising their achievements as the result of talent, hard work, and sacrifice in football.
Ten international captains, including Messi, recognized Yamal's potential, showcasing a shift towards appreciating young talents in the sport.
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