Spain will face Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final in New York New Jersey Stadium (known normally as MetLife Stadium) with kick-off at 5am AEST on Monday 20 July in a bid to become the first nations to win a 48-team World Cup.
La Rojas made it to their first decider since they last won the trophy in 2010, beating France 2-0 in Dallas in a dominant performance, while Argentina produced an extraordinary comeback with Enzo Fernandes (85th) and Lauturo Martinez (90+2) scoring dramatic late goals sealing a stirring comeback from 1-0 down against England.
Spain are in their first final since 2010, while Argentina will be looking to go back-to-back.
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In Dallas, a first half penalty from Mikel Oyarzabal and a second half strike from Pedro Porro helped the European champions into the decider, amidst a 37-match run where they are unbeaten within 90 minutes.
In Atlanta, England broke open a feisty encounter with Anthony Gordon’s 55th minute goal, but with the defending champions fighting for their World Cup defence, they produced an almighty comeback from the ages orchestrated by none other than Lionel Messi.
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Brazil v Norway took place at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Being a World Cup final in America, FIFA are going full Superbowl for the decider, with an unprecedented half-time show to take place, being curated by Coldplay star Chris Martin.
FIFA say it will be an 11-minute performance, but some reports suggest it could blow to as long as half an hour, especially once host broadcasters have concluded their traditional analysis; alongside the two controversial hydration breaks, it will provide a unique challenge for both sides to navigate.
Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber and BTS will co-headline the historic show that will include cameos from Sesame Street and The Muppets, as well as Burna Boy and PS22 Chorus.
During the semi finals, FIFA also announced a line-up for a pre-game Closing Ceremony as well! Tom Cruise, Robbie Williams, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, ishowspeed and Jennifer Hudson will be amongst the performers for a closing ceremony ahead of the clash on Monday AEST.
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World Cup Final kick-off time at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Date: Sunday 19 July (local) / Monday 20 July (AEST)
Time: 3pm (local) / 5am (AEST)
Venue: New York New Jersey Stadium
Broadcast: SBS and SBS On Demand
Argentina squad
Goalkeepers: Juan Musso (Atletico Madrid), Geronimo Rulli (Marseille), Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa).
Defenders: Leonardo Balerdi (Marseille), Nicolas Tagliafico (Lyon), Gonzalo Montiel (River Plate), Lisandro Martinez (Manchester United), Cristian Romero (Tottenham), Nicolas Otamendi (Benfica), Facundo Medina (Marseille), Nahuel Molina (Atletico Madrid).
Midfielders: Leandro Paredes (River Plate), Rodrigo de Paul (Inter Miami), Valentin Barco (Strasbourg), Giovani lo Celso (Real Betis), Ezequiel Palacios (Bayer Leverkusen), Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool), Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea).
Forwards: Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami), Nicolas Gonzalez (Atletico Madrid), Thiago Almada (Atletico Madrid), Giuliano Simeone (Atletico Madrid), Nico Paz (Como), Jose Manuel Lopez (Palmeiras), Lautaro Martinez (Inter Milan).
Coach: Lionel Scaloni
Argentina’s 2026 World Cup results
Argentina 3-0 Algeria
Argentina 2-0 Austria
Jordan 1-3 Argentina
Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde (after extra time)
Argentina 3-2 Egypt
Argentina 3-1 Switzerland (after extra time)
England 1-2 Argentina
Spain’s fullbacks Marc Cucurella and Pedro Porro embrace. Photo: Getty Images
Spain squad
Goalkeepers: Unai Simon (Athletic Bilbao), David Raya (Arsenal), Joan Garcia (Barcelona)
Defenders: Marc Cucurella (Real Madrid), Alex Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen), Pau Cubarsi (Barcelona), Aymeric Laporte (Athletic Club), Marc Pubill (Atletico Madrid), Eric Garcia (Barcelona), Marcos Llorente (Atletico Madrid), Pedro Porro (Tottenham)
Midfielders: Pedri (Barcelona), Fabian Ruiz (PSG), Martin Zubimendi (Arsenal), Gavi (Barcelona), Rodri (Manchester City), Alex Baena (Atletico Madrid), Mikel Merino (Arsenal)
Forwards: Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Dani Olmo (Barcelona), Nico Williams (Athletic Club), Yeremy Pino (Crystal Palace), Ferran Torres (Barcelona), Borja Iglesias (Celta Vigo), Victor Munoz (Osasuna), Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
Coach: Luis de la Fuente
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Spain’s World Cup results
Spain 0-0 Cape Verde
Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia
Uruguay 0-1 Spain
Spain 3-0 Austria
Portugal 0-1 Spain
Spain 2-1 Belgium
Spain 2-0 France
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