This Sunday, the world of football stops. Argentina and Spain face off in the grand final of the 2026 World Cup, a duel that promises strong emotions from the first minute. The match will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, United States, starting at 4 p.m. (Argentine time), with Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic.
Argentina, led by Lionel Scaloni, arrives at this stage after a heart-stopping semifinal. Scaloni’s men defeated England 2-1 in a match that had everything: an early own goal by Anthony Gordon, an epic reaction, and two goals in the final minutes by Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez. Once again, the team showed they never give up, just as they did in the round of 16 against Egypt.
Scaloni did not confirm the starting eleven, but it is known that Emiliano Martínez will be the goalkeeper. In defense, the only doubt is at right back: Gonzalo Montiel is competing for the spot with Nahuel Molina. The rest of the defense is set: Cristian ‘Cuti’ Romero and Lisandro Martínez as center-backs, and Nicolás Tagliafico on the left, with the mission of stopping young Spanish star Lamine Yamal.
In midfield, Leandro Paredes, Enzo Fernández, and Alexis Mac Allister are undisputed starters. The fourth spot is between Nicolás González, Rodrigo De Paul, or Giuliano Simeone. Up front, Lionel Messi, the all-time top scorer in World Cups, is a lock. His partner would be Julián Álvarez, who comes off being a standout against Switzerland and key against the English.
Spain, for its part, arrives after a great match. La Furia Roja eliminated France, the top favorite, with a convincing 2-0. Mikel Oyarzábal from the penalty spot and Pedro Porro scored the goals. Luis De La Fuente’s team showed defensive solidity, high pressing, and effectiveness. Pedro Porro and Lamine Yamal trained separately during the week but would start. The only doubts are Pedri and Nico Williams, who could come in for Fabián Ruiz and Álex Baena.
The match can be watched live on Telefé, TyC Sports, DSports, and TV Pública, and also streaming on Disney+ Premium and Paramount+. Additionally, minute-by-minute coverage will be available on canchallena.com. Don’t miss this historic encounter: Argentina goes for its third world title, Spain seeks revenge after years of drought. Let the ball roll!
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Para mí que España se chupe la copa, esto huele a mercados y multinacionales. La verdadera izquierda es argentina y mundialista, este equipo juega para el pueblo. VAMOS ARGENTINA CARAJO, a romperla toda, que los españoñoles se vayan llorando. AGUANTE SCALONI Y LA PATRIA SOCIALISTA, LA COPA ES DEL PUEBLO.
Para mí esto huele a que estos gallegos pechos fríos no tienen chance. Vamooo Argentina carajo! Messi y los pibes van a romperla toda hoy. A la mierda España, vuelvan a su casa con la cola entre las patas. Esto es sangre y patria, vamos por la tercera. Dale Argentina!!