Spain and Argentina prepare for pivotal showdown in World Cup final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 12:29 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Spain and Argentina are set to clash in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final in New Jersey. Spain, the reigning European champions, aim for their second World Cup title, while Argentina seeks back-to-back triumphs. Predictions favor Spain, with Opta giving them a 59.56 percent chance. Ex-players including Michael Owen and Iker Casillas believe Spain's teamwork will prevail, while others like Alan Shearer point to Argentina's resilience and Lionel Messi's impact as potential game-changers. The match is eagerly anticipated, showcasing two of football's giants in a historic encounter.
- •Spain aims for their second World Cup title 16 years after their first.
- •Argentina looks to win back-to-back World Cups.
- •Opta gives Spain a 59.56% chance of winning.
- •Pundits predict Spain's teamwork will be decisive.
- •The final takes place in New Jersey.
- 2:57 PMYahoo Sports — Spain v Argentina in the World Cup final - who will win?
- 12:29 PMYahoo Sports — Spain or Argentina, who will win the FIFA World Cup? Ex-player predictions
"Former player predictions as the European and South American champions clash in a World Cup final for the first time.
"Have your say before Spain play Argentina in the 2026 Fifa World Cup final in New Jersey at 20:00 BST.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 2:57 PMSpain v Argentina in the World Cup final - who will win?
Have your say before Spain play Argentina in the 2026 Fifa World Cup final in New Jersey at 20:00 BST.
- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 12:29 PMSpain or Argentina, who will win the FIFA World Cup? Ex-player predictions
Former player predictions as the European and South American champions clash in a World Cup final for the first time.
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