Messi played nearly two decades on Argentina's national team.
Spain defeated defending champion Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday
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For those without tickets to the match, New York City is hosting one of its largest public watch parties on the Great Lawn in Central Park.
The final will also feature a first for the World Cup: a halftime show. FIFA says performers will include BTS, Justin Bieber, Madonna and Shakira. President Trump is also expected to attend and present the trophy to the winning team.
Argentina's Lionel Messi is just a win away from his second World Cup title.