A final dance for Argentina and Spain

Argentina and Spain face off in the 2026 World Cup final, four years after the 2022 final.

Lionel Messi, at age 39, is expected to play his last World Cup match for Argentina.

Spain's 19-year-old Lamine Yamal will play in his first World Cup final, drawing comparisons to Messi.

Argentina relies on Messi's involvement (12 goals) and drawing defenders to create opportunities for teammates.

Spain plans to block passing lanes to Messi, a strategy that worked against France.