Spain and Argentina Meet in World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium
Two of the tournament's standout sides contest the final in New Jersey, with France earlier claiming third place in a nine-goal thriller.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches its climax on Sunday as Spain and Argentina meet in the final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, capping a tournament co-hosted across North America.
Both finalists reached the showpiece via testing knockout campaigns. Along the way the bracket produced upsets and drama, and the closing rounds set up a heavyweight decider between the European and South American contenders.
France take the bronze
In the third-place play-off on Saturday, France defeated England 6–4 in a remarkable nine-goal contest, according to match reporting. France’s Kylian Mbappé was reported to have finished as the tournament’s record scorer with 22 goals — a staggering individual haul across the competition.
What to watch in the final
The final pits Spain’s possession-based approach against Argentina’s blend of steel and match-winning quality. Beyond the tactics, the occasion carries the weight of national expectation on both sides and a global television audience.
The final is being played on July 19. This preview is based on match reporting from the tournament; New24 will publish the result once the match concludes.
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