Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has promised an unforgettable FIFA World Cup 2026 final, describing Sunday’s showdown with Argentina as a meeting of two exceptional teams capable of producing football at its very best.
Speaking alongside captain Rodri during the pre-match press conference ahead of the title decider at the New York New Jersey Stadium, De la Fuente said the stage was set for a spectacular contest between two nations that have earned their place in the final after an outstanding tournament in North America.
“I think tomorrow (Sunday) is going to be an incredible show,” De la Fuente said. “We have two super teams that have a lot in common, especially in terms of having big personalities and highly talented players. Both sides, naturally, will try and play to our strengths, but I think that both Argentina and Spain will be plotting a game plan where brilliance, talent and good play shine through above anything else.”
Having guided Spain to within one victory of a second FIFA World Cup title, De la Fuente admitted reaching football’s biggest stage was already a privilege, but insisted his team would leave everything on the pitch in pursuit of glory.
“I think it’s a privilege just to be in this final,” he said. “I’m not one for lofty statements. What’s important to me is to be in a good position to win. I would be happy to reach the World Cup final every year, even if we lost. That shows you how important the World Cup is. And now we have the chance to fight to win it, and that’s exactly what we’ll do.”
