Argentina and Spain set to face off in World Cup final
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 9:07 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Argentina will play Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday afternoon in New Jersey. Argentina advanced after defeating England 2-1 in the semifinals, while Spain has not conceded a goal throughout the tournament. Both teams feature star players, including Lionel Messi for Argentina and Lamine Yamal for Spain. The match is anticipated to draw in a global audience as fans look forward to crowning the next world champion.
- •Argentina defeated England 2-1 to reach the final.
- •Spain is yet to concede a goal this tournament.
- •Final match scheduled for Sunday at 5 p.m. in New Jersey.
- •Global audience expected for this championship match.
- •Lionel Messi's performance could impact Argentina's title hopes.
- 9:53 PMBBC Sport — Argentina celebrate progressing to World Cup final
- 9:12 PMYahoo Sports — Messi, Argentina will play Spain in World Cup Final at MetLife
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup Final instant prediction for Spain vs. Argentina
- 9:03 PMYahoo Sports — Argentina advances to World Cup final, will face Spain on Sunday
"Defending champions Argentina celebrate at full time, after beating England 2-1 to make it through to their second successive World Cup final.
"Argentina has advanced to the World Cup Final, which will be played against Spain at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
"The World Cup final is set. Argentina will face Spain on Sunday in New Jersey (5 p.m., Fox).
Sources
External links- BBC SportJul 15, 2026, 9:53 PMArgentina celebrate progressing to World Cup final
Defending champions Argentina celebrate at full time, after beating England 2-1 to make it through to their second successive World Cup final.
- Yahoo SportsJul 15, 2026, 9:12 PMMessi, Argentina will play Spain in World Cup Final at MetLife
Argentina has advanced to the World Cup Final, which will be played against Spain at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
- Yahoo SportsJul 15, 2026, 9:07 PMWorld Cup Final instant prediction for Spain vs. Argentina
Preview and prediction for Argentina vs. Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.
- Yahoo SportsJul 15, 2026, 9:03 PMArgentina advances to World Cup final, will face Spain on Sunday
The World Cup final is set. Argentina will face Spain on Sunday in New Jersey (5 p.m., Fox).
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