The 2026 World Cup Finale on its 40th Day: Who Will Lift the World Trophy?

Sudanhorizon – RT Arabic

At 10:00 PM Mecca time tonight, after 40 days of excitement, 104 matches, and thousands of unforgettable moments for football fans, the 2026 World Cup reaches its final stage, as Spain battles with Argentina.
The final match is scheduled to take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA, to determine the new world champion, as the three host nations (the United States, Canada,
The penultimate day saw the conclusion of the third-place match, with England securing a thrilling 6-4 victory over France in one of the most exciting third-place matches in the tournament’s history. The “Three Lions” claimed the bronze medal, while the match witnessed several historic milestones, most notably Bukayo Saka’s hat-trick and Kylian Mbappé’s outstanding performance despite the loss.
The final match carries exceptional dimensions, as it pits Argentina, the reigning 2022 World Cup champions, against Spain, who are seeking to retain the trophy and add another world title to their collection, led by the legendary Lionel Messi in what could be his final World Cup appearance.
Spain, on the other hand, are striving to reclaim global glory after their sole title in 2010, relying on a young generation that has delivered impressive performances throughout the tournament.
The final also brings together two contrasting styles of play: Spain’s renowned possession-based style and the pragmatic, attacking efficiency that has characterized the Argentinian national team throughout the tournament.
Argentina overcame Cape Verde in the Round of 32, eliminated Egypt in the Round of 16, defeated Switzerland in the quarterfinals, and then triumphed over England 2-1 in the semifinals.
Spain, meanwhile, overcame Austria, eliminated Portugal, and also defeated Belgium, before securing a 2-0 victory against France in the semifinals.
Both teams reached the final after consistent runs, without needing penalty shootouts, reflecting their technical and physical readiness for the decisive match.
The final is not just a clash between two national teams; it also represents a confrontation between different generations of stars. On the Argentinian side, all eyes are on Lionel Messi, who aspires to end his international career on a high note.
As for Spain, they rely on a young group that has made a difference throughout the tournament and succeeded in returning “La Roja” to the pinnacle of world football, most notably Lamine Yamal, or as he is known to Arab fans, “Al-Amin Jamal.”

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