Spain and Argentina start World Cup final scoreless at halftime
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 8:19 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
The World Cup final between Spain and Argentina is scoreless at halftime, following a goalless first 45 minutes in New Jersey. Spain dominated possession with 64.6 percent and managed three shots on goal, whereas Argentina did not register any attempts. Key moments included Lamine Yamal's early shot forcing a save and an injury to Argentina's Lisandro Martinez late in the half. Despite some physicality, the referee issued only one yellow card before halftime. The match kicked off six minutes late due to pre-match events.
- •Halftime score is 0-0 at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
- •Spain has made three shots, while Argentina has none.
- •Key defender Lisandro Martinez is injured for Argentina.
- •Spain held 64.6 percent possession in the first half.
- •Referee showed first yellow card in the 40th minute.
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