Spain vs Argentina is poised to headline the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as this highly entertaining tournament comes to a close, with the two heavyweights going to battle at the New Jersey Stadium on Sunday evening.
The Spain vs Argentina clash is poised to be a highly dramatic clash between the two most dominant teams in the tournament. La Roja are coming off an inspired win over France and look to win their second World Cup title, while Argentina aim to win their second straight FIFA World Cup crown to prove themselves as the undisputed best in football once again.
Match Details
New Jersey Stadium
New York, USA
Sunday, July 19
19:00 GMT
Fiery Spain and Resilient Argentina Go to War in Thrilling 2026 FIFA World Cup Final
Spain vs Argentina is going to be a clash that will be watched by millions of supporters around the globe, because it is the FIFA World Cup final after all!
For Spain, it’s a case of keeping their impressive form going as they look to extend their amazing 37-game unbeaten streak and claim their second World Cup title in style against the defending champions!
Luis de la Fuente will be eager to ensure that his players can keep up their high momentum levels, as he’ll urge them to control possession and hold the majority of the ball to frustrate their opponents. He’ll need his side to keep the same rock-solid shape as they did against France to neutralise Argentina’s threat, while also needing his unpredictable attackers to be stylish and clever in the final third to cause major problems to the Argentine backline.
Argentina have won every single one of their 2026 World Cup matches so far, and they are coming off a thrilling comeback win over England in the semifinals.
They’re aiming to achieve a rare feat of reclaiming the World Cup title, with the in-form Lionel Messi also eager to win the Golden Boot (currently topping the charts with eight goals). Lionel Scaloni will probably need his side to keep a sturdier defensive structure set up to withstand pressure better, but he’ll give utmost freedom to his hard-working players to fight their way into scoring clutch goals and bring home the trophy once again.
There have been 14 Spain vs Argentina matches so far, out of which only one have been at the World Cup (won by Argentina in 1966) and Spain look to get their first win over them at the World Cup to clinch the 2026 title.
Inspired Lamine Yamal Craves for Spotlight at 2026 World Cup Final
Lamine Yamal will play against Argentina for the first time in his career, and he’s aiming to shine under the pressure of the occasion as well.
Yamal has only scored one goal at the 2026 World Cup so far, but his desire to oust Lionel Messi in a head-to-head encounter might spurn him on to be a particularly menacing threat for La Roja.
The Barcelona winger will look to make good use of his movement and dribbling skills to trouble the Argentinian backline and cause them to buckle under pressure. Yamal, however, needs to be much more precise with his crosses as well as finishing in the final third to really be a standout in this match and help Spain lift their second FIFA World Cup title.
Can Lionel Messi Have Last Hurrah at FIFA World Cup Against Spain?
Lionel Messi has been a huge driving force for Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scoring eight goals to top the scoring charts. He also provided two assists in their recent win over England, proving his quality to still keep going strong at the top level at the age of 39!
With the 2026 World Cup final likely to be Messi’s final match in the tournament, he aims to go out with a bang by entertaining his loyal fans.
Messi will look to be decisive with his final passes to set up big chances for teammates, but is also eager to use his unpredictable movement to slip into the danger zones and score another goal at a World Cup final to help Argentina retain their championship.
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Spain vs Argentina Injuries
Spain Injuries: None
Argentina Injuries: None
Spain vs Argentina Predicted Lineups
Here are our Spain vs Argentina predicted lineups.
Spain Predicted XI: Unai Simon (GK), Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsi, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella, Rodri, Fabian Ruiz, Dani Olmo, Lamine Yamal, Alex Baena, Mikel Oyarzabal
Argentina Predicted XI: Emiliano Martinez (GK), Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Nicolas Tagliafico, Leandro Paredes, Alexis Mac Allister, Giuliano Simeone, Enzo Fernandez, Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez
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