Argentina to face Spain in World Cup final

Argentina will meet Spain in the final of the FIFA World Cup on Sunday at Lusail Iconic Stadium in Qatar, with kickoff scheduled for 18:00 local time. The South American side secured its place after a 2‑1 victory over Brazil in the semi‑final, while Spain advanced by defeating France on penalties following a 1‑1 draw after extra time. Both teams will be led onto the field by their respective captains, Lionel Messi for Argentina and Sergio Busquets for Spain, in what will be the tournament’s concluding match.

Argentina’s preparation has focused on reinforcing its defensive structure and capitalizing on the creative play of midfielder Alejandro Gómez, who contributed three assists in the knockout stage. Coach Lionel Scaloni emphasized set‑piece efficiency and maintaining possession against Spain’s high‑pressing style. Spain, meanwhile, will rely on the pace of Ansu Fati and the experience of goalkeeper Unai Simón, who kept clean sheets in the last two rounds. The final marks the first World Cup showdown between the two nations since 1998, and the outcome will determine the champion of the 2022 tournament.