New Delhi: History will be made on Sunday when Argentina take on Spain in the 2026 World Cup final at the New Jersey Stadium in New York. Argentina aims to become the first men’s team in 64 years to win back-to-back World Cup titles when they lift the trophy in 2022. Only two countries had previously achieved this feat: Italy (1934 and 1938) and Brazil (1958 and 1962).Spain, meanwhile, are chasing their second World Cup title after winning the title in 2010. They are on an incredible 37-match unbeaten run since the start of 2024, heading into the finals with an incredible 37-match unbeaten streak.Overall, Argentina has achieved 6 wins, 2 draws and 6 losses against Spain in all competitions. Their only official match victory was a 2-1 victory in the group stages of the 1966 FIFA World Cup.
Messi vs. Spain: A happy ending to the story
The finals also gathered Lionel Messi And a country that played a huge role in his career. Messi was born in Argentina and spent his childhood and most of his club career in Spain. He was eligible to represent Spain in international competitions, but he ultimately chose Argentina.Sunday’s final will be his first against Spain since a friendly in 2010, when Argentina beat the then world champions.The match will also reunite Messi with Spanish star Rami Yamal, who was pictured together in a photo when Yamal was a baby.Despite this, Messi said his approach has not changed.“We grew up playing football with passion and desire. We played everywhere. We played in the street. We played in school. We played with the team. We didn’t think about the pressure. It was just natural play.”Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni had special praise for his captain.“The best football player in the world.”Later, Scaloni added: “He is pure history. history. A legend. “
Spain prepares for biggest test yet
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente believes the final will be a battle between two quality teams.“We’re going to watch a great show on Sunday. Two great national teams – in my opinion, two super teams – very similar in attitude, talent and so on. I think it will be a great final.”Spain captain Rodri also warned against focusing solely on Messi.“Argentina is much more than Messi. They have shown that they are a very complete team with top players… We are the two best teams that play as a collective. Of course, we need to keep an eye on Leo, but there are many other players.”
