The final was the finest example yet of Spain's ability to dominate both with and without the ball, with Argentina denied space throughout

Argentina's Lionel Messi could add another milestone to his storied career on Sunday by winning his second World Cup title.

Argentina's path to the World Cup final has not been the most convincing, but their never-say-die attitude may lead them to glory vs. Spain.

Argentina love a late goal and have been hugely reliant on Messi, while Spain are an excellent cohesive unit who have only conceded once

Argentina, Spain show what happens when you stick to your gameplan

Lionel Messi rarely loses. Spain never loses. That’s been how things have worked in recent years, anyway.

The World Cup final is a classic clash of the process team against a side riding an emotional urge to fulfil Messi’s destiny

Spain and Argentina clash in the thrilling 2026 FIFA World Cup final, showcasing contrasting paths to glory and generational talent.

The World Cup final looks an intriguing affair. Argentina need to prove they can win the midfield battle to disrupt Spain's greatest threat

Iniesta heaped praise on Messi's extraordinary consistency, saying he continues to amaze with his determination, belief and ability to influence every game. | Football News

Lionel Messi and Argentina are on the brink of back-to-back titles, while Spain can upgrade from European champions to add a second star in what, Miguel Delaney argues, is a match…

Spain is searching for its second-ever title, while Argentina hunts back-to-back crowns.

Discover 10 key World Cup stats for Argentina and Spain's title bid. From Messi's goals to Spain's unbeaten run, these numbers define the finalists' journe

Lionel Messi equaled another astounding World Cup landmark with his presence on Sunday.

As the first 48-team tournament reaches its thrilling climax, Argentina strives for back-to-back World Cup glory, while Spain seeks to reclaim their former title

Spain's relentless control in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final forced Argentina into the record books for all the wrong reasons, with Lionel Messi's side failing to register a single…

Spain have won their second FIFA World Cup title after Ferran Torres struck a late extra-time winner to break Argentina’s resistance in a dramatic final. Lionel Messi’s 10-man…

A performance of remarkable control—if not clinical edge—saw Spain win its second men’s World Cup title.

Epic tournament reduced to a cauldron and concludes as something claustrophobic and almost unbearable

The 39-year-old maestro Lionel Messi, almost certainly playing in his final World Cup game, was reduced to irrelevance as Spain took control early on against an Argentina team who…

Spain 1-0 AET Argentina: Ferran Torres finally buried the 10 men of Argentina in extra-time after a turgid display from Lionel Messi and his teammates in New York