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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainJuly 17, 2026Miami-Dade

Spain vs. Argentina: A Look at the 2026 World Cup Final

Spain and Argentina are set to face off in the 2026 World Cup final in New York. This match marks a historic meeting between the reigning European and American champions, with both teams sharing a long history of competitive and friendly matches.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of this match determines the winner of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the most prestigious international soccer tournament.

Key Facts

  • The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina will take place in New York.
  • Historically, the two teams have played 14 times, with 6 wins for each and 2 draws.
  • The only official competitive match between the two occurred in the 1966 World Cup, which Argentina won 2-1.
  • Argentina has won three World Cups (1978, 1986, 2022) and 16 Copa América titles.
  • Spain has won one World Cup (2010) and four European Championships (1964, 2002, 2012, 2024).
  • Argentina is the defending World Cup champion from 2022.
  • This is Spain's second World Cup final appearance and Argentina's seventh.
  • LaLiga (Spanish league) players make up a significant portion of both rosters, with 19 players from Spain's squad and 6 from Argentina's squad currently playing in the league.

Who's Mentioned

organizationSpain“National soccer team competing in the final.”personLionel Scaloni“Manager of the Argentina national team.”organizationArgentina“National soccer team competing in the final.”personLionel Messi“Player for the Argentina national team.”personLamine Yamal“Player for the Spain national team.”