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Argentina makes three changes to lineup for World Cup final against Spain

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 6:13 PM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Argentina makes three changes to lineup for World Cup final against Spain
Summary

Argentina has announced three changes to its starting lineup ahead of the 2026 World Cup final against Spain. Rodrigo De Paul, Nico González, and Gonzalo Montiel will start for the defending champions. The match is set to take place later today. Argentina's adjustments come as they seek to retain their title against a strong Spanish side.

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  • •Argentina faces Spain in the 2026 World Cup final today.
  • •Rodrigo De Paul, Nico González, and Gonzalo Montiel are new starters.
  • •The changes aim to bolster Argentina's defense and midfield.
  • •Argentina is the defending champion in this World Cup.
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  • 7:00 PMESPN — Argentina make 3 changes to lineup for WC final
  • 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — Argentina make three changes for World Cup final, Spain name same team
What they're saying
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Lionel Messi's Argentina made three changes to their starting line-up for Sunday's World Cup final against Spain as the holders attempt to become the first team since 1962 to retain the trophy.Spain coach Luis de la Fuente named the same line-up that started the 2-0 semi-final victory against France.

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Argentina have made three changes to the starting lineup for the 2026 World Cup final against Spain, with Rodrigo De Paul, Nico González and Gonzalo Montiel set to kick off for the defending champions.

— ESPNby Lizzy Becherano
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