It is Spain vs Argentina in the World Cup final. Europe’s champions take on their South American counterparts. Lionel Messi, 39, faces 19-year-old Lamine Yamal — perhaps the closest possible heir to his legend at Barcelona.

Get the latest Spain vs. Argentina odds for the 2026 World Cup Final. See why prediction markets give Spain a 59% chance to defeat Messi and Argentina.

Lamine Yamal made it to the end of Spain's semifinal win against France, but after limping in the match will he be set for the World Cup final?

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How do Spain's 2010 World Cup winners compare to the current contingent who are looking to match their feat in the 2026 tournament? BBC Sport takes a look.

Spain is aiming to become just the seventh nation to win multiple World Cups. Argentina stands in the way in the final on Sunday, July 19.

Spain lead France 1-0 in the first semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. Mikel Oyarzabal converted a first-half penalty after Lucas Digne clumsily brought down Lamine Yamal inside the area. France’s problems deepened shortly afterwards when defender William Saliba was forced off through injury.

Marc Cucurella is one win from helping Spain win its first World Cup since 2010. But he’s also one win from having to fulfill a promise he will remember forever. Appearing as a guest on “Partidazo,” Cucurella was asked by the show’s host,