India, July 19 -- Lionel Messi is set to play in his third FIFA World Cup final, as defending champions Argentina take on Spain. The 39-year-old has been his side's main man in this campaign, once again proving that age is just a number.

He is currently second in the Golden Boot race and the all-time World Cup goalscorers list. Kylian Mbappe occupies the top spot after his brace in the third-place playoff vs England, taking his campaign tally to 10 (22 overall). Messi has eight goals and 21 goals overall.

At the 2022 final against Mbappe's France, Messi was pivotal, scoring twice as the match ended 3-3 in extra-time and Argentina won on penalties (4-2). Messi converted his penalty and also scored twice during the match.

He opened the s...