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The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final is just hours away, with Lionel Messi and Argentina set to take on Lamine Yamal and Spain in an epic showdown at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Spain enters the game as a slight favorite, while Messi and Argentina have captivated the world audience with some incredible comebacks throughout the Knockout Stages.
While Messi and Yamal headline their star-studded rosters, there are a lot of familiar faces who will be taking the field, with several La Liga teammates from Real Madrid and Barcelona coming face-to-face.
MORE: 2026 World Cup Final jersey matchup is instant classic
Kickoff between Argentina and Spain is set for 3:00 p.m. ET on FOX, with a Spanish broadcast available on Telemundo.
June 18, 2026; Vancouver, Canada; A fan holds a replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images
Who will be taking the field for Sunday afternoon’s final?
A full look at the projected lineups and betting odds for the 2026 World Cup Final can be seen below.
MORE: How to watch Argentina vs Spain: Live stream, TV channel & start time for 2026 World Cup Final
June 11, 2026; Mexico City, Mexico; General view of a replica World Cup trophy during the opening ceremony before the match. Mandatory Credit: Kai Pfaffenbach-REUTERS via Imagn Images
Betting Odds (via DraftKings): Spain To Win The Cup (-160) | Argentina To Lift The Cup (+135)
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.
(4-3-1-2, right to left): 23. E. Martinez (GK)
— 26. Molina, 13. Romero, 6. Li. Martinez, 3. Tagliafico —
7. De Paul, 5. Paredes, 20. Mac Allister
— 24. E. Fernandez —
10. Messi, 9. Alvarez
(4-2-3-1, right to left): 23. U. Simon (GK)
— 12. P. Porro, 22. P. Cubarsi, 14. A. Laporte, 24. M. Cucurella —
16. Rodri, 8. F. Ruiz
— 19. Lamine Yamal, 10. D. Olmo, 15. A. Baena —
21. M. Oyarzaba
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Spain enters the game as a slight favorite, while Messi and Argentina have captivated the world audience with some incredible comebacks throughout the Knockout Stages.
While Messi and Yamal headline their star-studded rosters, there are a lot of familiar faces who will be taking the field, with several La Liga teammates from Real Madrid and Barcelona coming face-to-face.
MORE: 2026 World Cup Final jersey matchup is instant classic
Kickoff between Argentina and Spain is set for 3:00 p.m. ET on FOX, with a Spanish broadcast available on Telemundo.
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June 18, 2026; Vancouver, Canada; A fan holds a replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images
Who will be taking the field for Sunday afternoon’s final?
A full look at the projected lineups and betting odds for the 2026 World Cup Final can be seen below.
MORE: How to watch Argentina vs Spain: Live stream, TV channel & start time for 2026 World Cup Final
World Cup Final: Spain vs. Argentina TV & Viewing Info
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June 11, 2026; Mexico City, Mexico; General view of a replica World Cup trophy during the opening ceremony before the match. Mandatory Credit: Kai Pfaffenbach-REUTERS via Imagn Images
- Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026
- Start Time: 3:00 PM ET
- Location: East Rutherford, New Jersey
- Venue: MetLife Stadium
- TV Channel: FOX; Telemundo
- Live Stream: Fubo (watch now); DIRECTV (try for free); Peacock (watch in Spanish)
Betting Odds (via DraftKings): Spain To Win The Cup (-160) | Argentina To Lift The Cup (+135)
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.
Argentina Projected Starting 11
(4-3-1-2, right to left): 23. E. Martinez (GK)
— 26. Molina, 13. Romero, 6. Li. Martinez, 3. Tagliafico —
7. De Paul, 5. Paredes, 20. Mac Allister
— 24. E. Fernandez —
10. Messi, 9. Alvarez
Spain Projected Starting 11
(4-2-3-1, right to left): 23. U. Simon (GK)
— 12. P. Porro, 22. P. Cubarsi, 14. A. Laporte, 24. M. Cucurella —
16. Rodri, 8. F. Ruiz
— 19. Lamine Yamal, 10. D. Olmo, 15. A. Baena —
21. M. Oyarzaba
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