# Spain vs Argentina: World Cup Final Preview, Prediction, Timings, Lineups, Teams, and How to Watch

URL: https://technosports.co.in/spain-vs-argentina-world-cup-final/  
Published: 2026-07-19  
Updated: 2026-07-19  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The 2026 World Cup has saved its best for last. The eyes of the footballing world turn to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey as Spain take on Argentina for the ultimate prize — the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. One team’s relentless defence meets the other’s greatest-ever talisman chasing one final fairytale. Follow every twist on [TechnoSports’ World Cup 2026 hub](https://technosports.co.in/category/football/).

## Spain vs Argentina: Road to the Final

Spain booked their place with a commanding 2-0 semi-final win over France, while Argentina edged England 2-1 to reach a second successive final. Argentina are the defending champions, needing extra time to beat Cape Verde, coming from two goals down against Egypt, and surviving another extra-time battle against 10-man Switzerland. Spain’s path was smoother: they have scored 13 goals and conceded just one all tournament, keeping six clean sheets in seven games.

## Team News

Yeremy Pino and Victor Munoz are both out for Spain, while Facundo Medina is a doubt for Argentina, though Lionel Messi is fine after a facial knock against Switzerland. Messi remains Argentina’s talisman, with Mikel Oyarzabal leading Spain’s goal chase alongside rising star Lamine Yamal.

![Spain vs Argentina](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/apinsns.jpg)

## Spain vs Argentina: Match Details

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| Match | Spain vs Argentina |
| Stage | FIFA World Cup 2026 Final |
| Date | Sunday, 19 July 2026 |
| Kickoff | 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT |
| Venue | MetLife Stadium, New Jersey |
| TV (US) | FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish) [sportsmole](https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/france/world-cup-2026/preview/france-vs-england-prediction-team-news-lineups_601289.html) |
| Prediction | Spain 2-1 Argentina |

For official tournament fixtures, visit [FIFA’s World Cup 2026 site](https://www.fifa.com/fifaplus/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026). Catch more previews on [TechnoSports’ football predictions page](https://technosports.co.in/category/football/preview/).

## Predicted Lineups

**Spain:** Built around the possession game of Rodri, Pedri and Dani Olmo, finished off by Mikel Oyarzabal.  
**Argentina:** Anchored by Messi dropping deep to dictate before gliding into the box to finish. [Compare.bet®](https://www.compare.bet/news/spain-vs-argentina-betting-preview-predictions-tips-and-live-odds-world-cup-final)[Compare.bet®](https://www.compare.bet/news/spain-vs-argentina-betting-preview-predictions-tips-and-live-odds-world-cup-final)

## Prediction

Spain’s control and their one-goal-conceded record make them deserved favourites, but Argentina have scored in every game of this tournament and won’t be shut out easily. Expect a tight, tense final decided by fine margins. Stay updated with live commentary on [TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in/). [Squawka](https://www.squawka.com/us/news/world-cup/world-cup-2026-final-predictions/)

| Region | Broadcaster |
| --- | --- |
| **India** | JioTV, Sports18 |
| **UK** | ITV / BBC |
| **Australia** | Optus Sport |
| **USA** | Fox Sports, Telemundo |
| **Turkey** | TRT Sport |

## FAQs

### **Q1: When is the Spain vs Argentina World Cup final?**

Sunday, 19 July 2026, at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, kicking off at 3:00 PM ET.

### **Q2: Who is favoured to win Spain vs Argentina?**

  
Spain are narrow favourites at 2-1, backed by their tournament-best defence, though Messi’s Argentina remain the value pick.