Spain will face defending champions, Argentina, in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday after both sides came through hard-fought semi-final victories to set up a blockbuster showdown.
Spain reached the final with a 2-0 victory over France on Tuesday, extending an unbeaten run through the knockout stages with a campaign built on disciplined defending and an attack that has grown in confidence as the tournament has progressed.
Also, Argentina secured their place with a 2-1 win over England on Wednesday, maintaining their bid to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to successfully defend the World Cup title.
The final at MetLife Stadium will conclude the first 48-team World Cup, jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, with Spain seeking a second world title and Argentina chasing a fourth.
Spain, who won the world football fiesta in 2010, have conceded only one goal in four knockout matches while scoring eight.
Their route to the final included victories over Austria, Portugal, Belgium and France.
Argentina have relied on a blend of experience and attacking efficiency to reach another final, defeating Cape Verde, Egypt, Switzerland and England. They have scored 11 goals in four knockout matches.
The match is expected to draw one of the largest global television audiences of the year as Spain attempt to reclaim football’s biggest prize after a 16-year wait, while Argentina look to reinforce their position at the summit of the international game with consecutive World Cup triumphs.
Kick-off is scheduled for Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where one of football’s most coveted trophies will once again be decided.