But ahead of Spain's meeting with Portugal in Sunday's UEFA Nations League final (3 p.m. ET on FOX), all eyes are on Yamal and Messi's career rival Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo, 40, is 23 years older than Yamal,

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo is relaxed ahead of Sunday's Nations League final which has been dubbed a duel of the generations between him and Spain teenager Lamine Yamal. Ronaldo, 40, told reporters on Saturday that there have been such comparisons between him and another player.

During a pre-match press conference, the Portuguese star appeared calm and thoughtful, offering several noteworthy remarks. One of the main topics was the rise of Lamine Yamal, the young Barcelona talent who, at just 17, is already making headlines for both his club and the Spanish national team.