Spain vs Argentina
European champions meet the defending world champions in the 104th and final match of the tournament.
The World Cup final
Match 104 · New York New Jersey Stadium
Spain
Patient possession, coordinated pressing and control through midfield.
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21:00 Spain16:00 Argentina
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Argentina
Knockout experience, emotional control and decisive attacking quality.
Spain to lift the trophy
Spain’s ability to control possession and restrict high-quality chances gives La Roja our narrow edge.
How they reached the final
Final weekend
England secured third place after a ten-goal match at Miami Stadium.
Read tournament news →Argentina completed a late comeback and booked a place in the final.
Read match recap →Spain controlled the first semi-final and became the first confirmed finalist.
Read match recap →Perfectly balanced
Spain and Argentina have met 14 times. Each side has won six matches, with two draws.
Where the final may be decided
Laporte vs Messi
Spain must control the spaces where Argentina’s captain receives the ball between midfield and defence.
Rodri vs Enzo
The team that controls the central tempo may control the entire final.
Yamal vs Tagliafico
Spain’s young winger can stretch Argentina and create room for runners inside.
Choose your champion
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