Valentino Acuna was once Lionel Messi’s stunt double in 2014 film and has now scored for Argentina at Under-17s World Cup
Many young football fans across the world can only dream of having a career as illustrious as Lionel Messi.
However, Valentino Acuna could be set to do so having gone from playing the legend's stunt double to scoring for Argentina.
In 2014, a film titled 'Messi' was released about the World Cup-winning maestro's rise from a young talent to becoming one of the sport's most iconic footballers in history.
Acuna was reportedly cast to play the Inter Miami star for dribbling scenes thanks to the quality on the ball and with his left foot.
Messi is regarded as one of the best left-footers in the world, and it seems as though Acuna, who was also born in Rosario, is following in his foot steps.
The 17-year-old midfielder, who plays for the Newell's Old Boys youth side, is currently playing at the U17 World Cup for Argentina.
He made his 12th international appearance on Tuesday in their 3-1 win against Japan, with the youngster scoring Argentina's second goal.
Santiago Lopez broke into the area and sent a low cross into the path of Acuna, who coolly slotted in his first international goal with his left boot.
The result has seen them go second in Group D and three points behind leaders Senegal, who beat them 2-1 in their opening fixture.
Acuna has played every minute of both games so far and will surely play a key role in their final match against Poland on Friday.
Such performances on the international stage will likely put him in good stead for the rest of his career.
Going toe-to-toe with Messi's achievements would be a big ask though, with the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner one of the best there has ever been, and ever will be.
However, if he was trusted to play the role of the Barcelona icon in his film, then his talent is certainly
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