Messi for the last trophy, Yamal for history! Spain and Argentina face off today in the grand final

2026-07-19 09:35:29Sport SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

After a month of spectacle, emotions and surprises, today comes the most anticipated moment of the 2026 World Cup. At the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, two football superpowers, Spain and Argentina, will take to the field to fight for the most important trophy in world football.

For the first time in history, the reigning European champion and the reigning South American champion face off in the World Cup final, in a duel that is expected to keep millions of fans around the globe captivated.

Spain have been the most dominant team at this World Cup. The Iberians have conceded just one goal throughout the tournament and have never been at a disadvantage, setting a historic record of six clean sheets. After a disappointing draw in their opening match against Cape Verde, Luis de la Fuente's team responded perfectly, winning six straight matches and eliminating Austria, Portugal, Belgium and France on their way to the final.

Argentina, on the other hand, have once again shown their winning DNA. The reigning champions secured their seventh final in their history after defeating England 2-1 in the semi-finals, thanks to a spectacular comeback in the final minutes. Lionel Scaloni's team has now won 14 matches in a row and is aiming to become only the second national team in history to win two World Cups in a row.

The final also brings a symbolic showdown between two generations. On one side is the legend Lionel Messi, who is expected to play his last match in a World Cup, while on the other stands the Spanish talent Lamine Yamal, one of the stars who has shone the most in this edition.

The history of the matches between the two national teams also promises to be spectacular. The balance is completely even, with six wins for each team and two draws. The only meeting in a World Cup was won by Argentina in 1966, while Spain has dominated the most recent matches between them.

Everything is set for a final that promises top-level football. Spain seeks to crown a perfect tournament with a second world trophy, while Argentina aims to defend the title and write another golden page in football history. Tonight, the eyes of the whole world will be directed to New Jersey, where the new world champion will be announced.


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