Spain and Argentina Clash in 2026 World Cup Final

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday pits Spain against Argentina at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Kick-off is at 3 p.m. ET. The match caps the first 48-team tournament, co-hosted by Canada, and is expected to draw nearly two billion viewers worldwide. Argentina enters as underdogs despite Lionel Messi’s Golden Boot chase, while Spain boasts the tournament’s most polished possession game. Coaches Luis de la Fuente (Spain) and Lionel Scaloni (Argentina) were once mentor and student. The halftime show features Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, and BTS. In India’s Kerala state, schools and colleges were closed after fans demanded a holiday to watch the game. Spanish fans brave 40°C heat to fill bars and public squares. Basketball star Caitlin Clark said she is ‘cheering hard’ for Argentina and Messi. Several key injuries have been reported, but both teams are expected to field strong lineups.