Meet Yamal: the next Messi!!, says Alessandro Nesta #worldcup2026 #messi #yamal #france

Former Italian soccer defender and World Cup winner Alessandro Nesta on Thursday said France or Spain are top teams to win the 2026 World Cup. Nesta appeared alongside former New York Giants players Eli Manning and Shaun O’Hara at Rockefeller Center in New York at a Panini event swapping ceremonial stickers ahead of the games. Nesta said he’s also looking out for 18-year-old player Lamine Yamal who plays on the Spanish national team, calling him the next Messi. Collectibles company Panini showcased the FIFA World Cup 2026 Sticker Album - long a tradition and favorite of soccer aficionados and an integral part of the games’ fan experience..