Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi celebrates after winning the 2026 World Cup round of 16 football match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on July 7, 2026. (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP)
Argentina and Spain will battle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup title on Sunday, with both finalists carrying remarkable statistics into the tournament’s last match.
From Lionel Messi’s goalscoring exploits to Spain’s defensive dominance and unbeaten run, here are 10 standout numbers that define the finalists’ journey, as reported by FIFA on Sunday.
648 – Rodri’s passing masterclass
Spain midfielder Rodri has completed 648 passes at the tournament, the most ever by a player at a FIFA World Cup.
