Spain Captain Rodri Plays Down Messi Threat Ahead of The FIFA WC Final

Spain captain Rodri has hailed Lionel Messi as the greatest footballer of all time but warned his teammates that Argentina's threat extends far beyond their iconic captain. Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final, the Manchester City midfielder praised Argentina's collective strength, calling them one of the best teams in the tournament. Rodri stressed that Spain must be prepared to contain not just Messi, but Argentina's many world-class players if they are to lift the trophy.