World Cup Final: Argentina, Spain Confirm Starting Line-ups

Argentina and Spain have announced their starting line-ups for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with kick-off set for 8 p.m. WAT at the New York New Jersey Stadium in the United States.

Defending champions Argentina will be captained by Lionel Messi, who leads the attack alongside Julián Álvarez as the South Americans seek to retain the World Cup title.

Goalkeeper Emiliano "Dibu" Martínez starts behind a defence comprising Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez and Nicolás Tagliafico. The midfield features Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister and Nico González.

Argentina Starting XI: Emiliano Martínez; Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Tagliafico; Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, Nico González; Lionel Messi, Julián Álvarez.

Spain, meanwhile, have named a strong side led by Mikel Oyarzabal in attack. The midfield will be anchored by Rodriand Fabián Ruiz, with Álex Baena, Dani Olmo and teenage star Lamine Yamal providing attacking support.

Both nations head into the final aiming to lift football's biggest prize, with Argentina chasing back-to-back World Cup titles while Spain seek to reclaim the trophy for the first time since 2010.

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