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How Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal's viral photo is coming full circle at the World Cup
By KTRK ABC13 Houston (KTRK)
· July 17, 2026
· 1 min read
Before they were rivals, Messi posed with baby Yamal for a charity photo shoot.
Key takeaway Further information about the photo and its significance can be found through ABC13 Houston (KTRK), the source of this story.
A viral photo of Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal is making headlines. The photo was taken during a charity photo shoot when Yamal was a baby. At the time, Messi posed with baby Yamal for the shoot.
The photo has resurfaced, showing the two together before they became rivals. Details of the photo shoot and the charity it was for are not specified, but the image has gained attention due to their current rivalry.
Further information about the photo and its significance can be found through ABC13 Houston (KTRK), the source of this story. The full context and details of the charity photo shoot are available through their reporting.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The resurfaced photo of Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal has an interesting connection to the local community, given the diverse population of Piney Point Village and the Houston area. Many residents in the community likely have a strong interest in the World Cup, and the rivalry between Messi and Yamal may spark conversations among local soccer fans. The fact that a charity photo shoot from years ago has come full circle at the World Cup could also inspire local organizations to host their own charity events, potentially featuring sports personalities or other notable figures. As the World Cup progresses, it will be worth watching how the community in Piney Point Village reacts to the tournament and the story of Messi and Yamal, and whether any local events or initiatives emerge as a result of the renewed attention on this viral photo.
About this story
Original reporting by ABC13 Houston (KTRK) . The Piney Point surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
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Category: local Published: July 17, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Before they were rivals, Messi posed with baby Yamal for a charity photo shoot.
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