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Spain prepares for World Cup final against Argentina on Sunday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:21 PM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Spain prepares for World Cup final against Argentina on Sunday

Summary

Spain faces Argentina in the World Cup final at New York/New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. The match is framed against Argentina's physical play style and their reputation for resilience, particularly with key players like Lionel Messi. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente acknowledges the challenge posed by Argentina while highlighting the importance of talent and strategy. Spain has committed 80 fouls in the World Cup, similar to Argentina's 88, adding context to the expected physicality of the match.

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By the Numbers

•Match on Sunday at New York/New Jersey Stadium
•Spain aims to counter Argentina's aggressive play
•Spain captain Rodri comments on the match's physicality
•Coaches emphasize both teams' talent and strategies
•Spain and Argentina have similar foul counts in the tournament

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11:21 PMYahoo Sports — In Sunday's final, Spain must prevent Argentina from elbowing its way to the World Cup

What they're saying

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We think now about Argentina as Lionel Messi's team, as a comeback team, but those who've faced them recognize they're also a team willing to play as physically as necessary to win. Can Spain handle that?
— Yahoo Sports

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