Time has flown by, and the FIFA World Cup 2026 is almost over. As the tournament reaches its final stage, football fans around the world are asking the same question: who will lift the trophy this year? Many supporters expected France to win the World Cup, but football is full of surprises. Spain delivered an outstanding performance to secure their place in the final, leaving France to compete in the third-place playoff instead. The second semi-final proved just as dramatic, as Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1, with Lionel Messi setting up both goals to send the defending champions through. Now, all eyes turn to Sunday, 19 July, when Spain and Argentina will meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final, while England face France in the third-place play-off earlier that same day. Fans can expect a blockbuster finale as Argentina chase back-to-back glory against a Spain side full of confidence and quality.
Argentina Beat England to Set Up Final Against Spain
Argentina’s road to the final was not easy. England took the lead in Atlanta through Anthony Gordon, and for a while it looked like they might reach the final. But Lionel Messi had other ideas. He set up Enzo Fernández for the equaliser, then set up Lautaro Martínez for a late winner that sent Argentina through 2-1. It was the kind of comeback Scaloni’s side has shown all tournament, and it puts the defending champions one win away from lifting the trophy again. For England, the loss will hurt, but there’s still pride to play for in the third-place play-off against France. On Olabet Mozambique, you will have the opportunity to bet on your favorite match.
Lionel Messi Chases the Ultimate World Cup Prize
At 39 years old, Lionel Messi may be playing his last World Cup, and he’s making it count. His two assists against England put him level with Kylian Mbappé at the top of the Golden Boot race, and more importantly, they put Argentina back in the final. Messi has carried this team through the toughest moments, and Sunday’s final gives him the chance to win back-to-back World Cups. Spain’s midfield will need a clear plan for him, because giving Messi space near the box has cost teams all tournament.
Spain Betting vs Argentina Predictions
Spain and Argentina will meet this Sunday in what promises to be an unforgettable FIFA World Cup Final. With two football giants battling for the trophy, fans can expect plenty of emotion, top-quality performances, and unforgettable moments. But what are the experts predicting ahead of this blockbuster clash?
Who Are the Favourites to Win the Final?
According to pre-match win probability models, Spain go in as narrow favourites to win in 90 minutes at 42%, with Argentina close behind at 27% and a 31% chance the match goes to extra time. Olabet’s own match odds tell a similar story: Spain are priced at 2.15 to win, Argentina at 3.34, and the draw at 2.77. It’s tight, and with Messi in this kind of form, backing Argentina at odds of over 3.0 isn’t as risky as the numbers might first suggest.
Key Players That Could Decide the Match
This FIFA final could easily come down to individual moments rather than tactics. For Argentina, Messi and Martínez have both delivered when it mattered most, while Enzo Fernández has been the calm head pulling the strings in midfield. Spain, on the other hand, have their own match-winners, with young stars like Lamine Yamal capable of turning a game on its head in seconds. Whichever side controls these key battles is likely to control the trophy.
Score Prediction for Spain vs Argentina
Given both teams’ attacking quality and the tightness of the odds, a low-scoring, tense final feels the most likely outcome, with a slight edge toward Spain. A scoreline such as 1-2 to Spain or a tighter 1-1 draw heading into extra time would fit both the win probabilities and the betting markets, where Under 2.5 Goals is priced at 1.56 against 2.07 for Over.
France vs England: 3rd Place of World Cup 2026
Best Prediction
The third-place play-off often gets overlooked, but this one carries genuine pride for both sides after painful semi-final exits. Pre-match models give France a strong 51% win probability in 90 minutes, with England at 25% and a 24% chance of extra time. Olabet’s odds back this up, with France priced at 1.84 to win compared to 3.79 for England and the same 3.79 for a draw. With Under 2.5 Goals priced at 2.51 against 1.43 for Over, this looks set to be a tighter, lower-scoring affair than the final, with France the value pick to finish the tournament on a high.
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Players to Watch in the Final
Lionel Messi
Chasing a second World Cup title and the Golden Boot, Messi remains Argentina’s biggest threat and the most watched player heading into Sunday’s final.
Lautaro Martínez
Argentina’s semi-final hero, Martínez has shown he can deliver in the biggest moments, and Spain’s defence will need a plan to keep him quiet.
Lamine Yamal
Spain’s young talisman has been one of the standout performers of the tournament, and his pace and directness could be decisive against Argentina’s back line.
Enzo Fernández
The engine room of Argentina’s midfield, Fernández has combined defensive discipline with a knack for arriving late in the box, as his semi-final goal against England proved.
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