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The stage is set for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Three-time champions Argentina are looking to become the first nation since Brazil (1958 and 1962) to win back-to-back men's World Cups, having lifted the trophy in Qatar in 2022. Meanwhile, Spain are bidding to become world champions for only the second time, having previously won the tournament in 2010.
Results
2026 World Cup Results
Catch up on the latest 2026 World Cup action:
Spain 1-0 Argentina
Spain subdued a French team that had arguably played the best football at the 2026 World Cup. While Spain's performances haven't been breathtaking by any means, their defensive record has helped them grind out victories in 90 minutes. La Roja have now kept a tournament-record six consecutive clean sheets. In contrast, Argentina have relied on extra time twice during the knockout rounds, while winning their other two matches in stoppage time. Will fatigue play a role and hand Spain an advantage? It certainly doesn't seem to be affecting 39-year-old Lionel Messi, who produced two assists against England in the semi-finals.
Upcoming fixtures
2026 World Cup Fixtures
Euro 2024 champions Spain take on 2022 FIFA World Cup winners Argentina at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, with kick-off at 20:00 BST on Sunday 19 July 2026.
Top scorer
2026 World Cup Top Scorers
Follow the race for the Golden Boot:
Kylian Mbappé - France - 10
Lionel Messi - Argentina - 8
Jude Bellingham - England - 7
Erling Haaland - Norway - 7
Ousmane Dembélé - France - 6
The race for the Golden Boot is the closest it's been in years, with several players currently battling it out for the award. Lionel Messi is rolling back the years in what will be his final World Cup appearance and currently leads the Golden Boot standings with eight goals, alongside Kylian Mbappé. The France forward is aiming to win the award for a second consecutive tournament. If the players finish level on goals, assists will be used as the tie-breaker. Heading into the final matches, Messi has four assists, while Mbappé has three.
