Argentina and Spain Announce Lineups for World Cup Final

The Argentina and Spain national football teams have announced their starting lineups ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, set to take place at 8 PM WAT in New York, New Jersey, United States. Defending champions Argentina will be captained by Lionel Messi and feature Julián Álvarez in attack.

The team’s goalkeeper, Emiliano Dibu Martínez, retains his position behind a defensive line consisting of Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, and Nicolás Tagliafico. The midfield will include Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, and Nicolás González.

Spain's lineup includes goalkeeper Unai Simón, with a defense made up of Pedro Porro, Pau Cubas, Aymeric Laporte, and Marc Cucurella. Rodri and Fabián Ruiz will anchor the midfield, while Alex Baena, Dani Olmo, and teenage sensation Lamin Yamal will support striker Mikel Oyarzabal.

This final pits two unbeaten sides against each other, with Argentina aiming to successfully defend their title and Spain chasing their second FIFA World Cup crown.