Overview
- Argentina and Spain will meet in the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, July 19, with kickoff at 16:00 Argentina time.
- FIFA named Slovenian Slavko Vinčić to referee the final and confirmed both teams’ kits, with Argentina in its traditional albiceleste and Spain in red.
- For the first time the final will feature an 11-minute halftime show curated by Chris Martin with performers including Madonna, Shakira, BTS and Justin Bieber.
- FIFA will also issue limited-edition personalized championship rings tied to the 2026 run, and Spain’s star Lamine Yamal has a minor thigh complaint but is expected to be available for the match.
- U.S. political and commercial attention has amplified the occasion, with President Donald Trump confirmed to attend and host‑city projections and ticket resale prices reflecting a large economic and cultural impact.