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Argentina faces Spain in World Cup final with historic stakes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 11:17 AM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Argentina faces Spain in World Cup final with historic stakes

Summary

Argentina and Spain meet in the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday in East Rutherford, N.J. Argentina seeks to extend its winning streak to eight matches, while Spain aims for a record unbeaten run of 38 matches. Lionel Scaloni could become only the second coach to win consecutive titles. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi, set to be the oldest field player at 39, looks to make history with his third final appearance as a starter. Spain's squad features two teenagers, a first in World Cup finals, while coach Luis de la Fuente, if victorious, would become the oldest to win the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Argentina seeks eighth consecutive World Cup win
•Spain aims for record 38-match unbeaten streak
•Lionel Messi could set record as oldest field player in finals
•Lionel Scaloni targets second consecutive title as coach
•Spain includes two teenagers in World Cup final lineup

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11:17 AMYahoo Sports — If History Is Any Indication, Expect Some Goals In Sunday's World Cup Final

What they're saying

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If Argentina wins Sunday, Lionel Scaloni — who led the team’s push to the 2022 title — would be just the second person to coach two World Cup championship clubs.
— Yahoo Sports

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