New York, July 19 -- Argentina captain Lionel Messi added another milestone to his legendary career by becoming the oldest outfield player to start a FIFA World Cup final at 39 years and 25 days, while Spain's Lamine Yamal became the third-youngest player ever to start the tournament's showpiece match, according to One Football's X handle.

The final marks Messi's third appearance in a FIFA World Cup final, further cementing his place among the greatest players in the history of the game.

At the other end of the age spectrum, Yamal started the final at 19 years and six days old, making him the third-youngest player ever to feature in a World Cup final from the starting lineup.

Only Brazil legend Pele, who was 17 years and 249 days old i...