Fans gather in Central Madrid on Sunday, July 19, to watch Argentina face Spain in the World Cup Final 2026.

The defending champions take on the reigning European champions in New York, with Lionel Messi leading Argentina against a talented Spanish side headlined by rising star Lamine Yamal.

Argentina enter the final on a seven-match winning streak after dramatic knockout victories over Egypt, Switzerland and England. Spain have been one of the tournament's standout teams, conceding just one goal, and reaching the final with standout performances from Yamal, Rodri and Mikel Oyarzabal.

The two nations have met only once before in World Cup history, with Argentina claiming a 2-1 victory in the 1966 tournament.