Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup final: Team news, prediction and lineups
Summary
The FIFA World Cup 2026 final will be held between Spain and Argentina at the New York-New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The match features Argentina, the reigning champions led by Lionel Messi, against Spain, European champions known for their controlled style of play.Key Facts
- The final takes place Sunday at 3 pm local time (19:00 GMT) in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA.
- Spain reached the final by topping Group H and defeating Austria, Portugal, Belgium, and France in knockout rounds.
- Argentina topped Group J and advanced by beating Cape Verde, Egypt, Switzerland, and England in knockout matches.
- Lionel Messi, aged 39, may become the oldest outfield player to play in a World Cup final and possibly retire after this tournament.
- Argentina aims to win its second World Cup title in a row.
- Spain seeks to win their first World Cup in 16 years with a "golden generation" of players.
- The final is described as a clash of football styles: Argentina’s passionate, perseverance-based approach versus Spain’s technical, controlled play.
- The game will be covered live by Al Jazeera Sport with text commentary available from 15:00 GMT.
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