UEFA and Conmebol reached an agreement to play the Finalissima, which will pit the 2024 Copa America champion against the European champion. to the Euro 2024 Champion.

Argentina, as World Cup and Copa America champion, will face Spain, Euro 2024 champion, at Lusail Stadium in Qatar, the same venue that hosted the opening and final of the Qatar 2022 World Cup.

The match will be played at 9:00 pm local time (10:00 AM PT) in what will be the third edition of this title.

“This emblematic match is more than a competition; it is a symbol of cooperation and respect between confederations, and an opportunity for fans to enjoy a truly historic event,” highlighted CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez.

Spain seeks to make history in its first participation

Argentina comes from participating in the last edition after defeating Italy 3-0 in the 2022 Finalissima.

Spain is participating for the first time in this title, following those won by France and Argentina in their first two editions.

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin said: “This match symbolizes the union of two footballing continents and demonstrates the global reach of our sport in a highly prestigious encounter. We look forward to an unforgettable evening of elite football and international celebration.”

The Spanish national team comes into the match as number one in the FIFA rankings after qualifying for the 2026 World Cup and taking the position from Argentina, which is in second place.

The last official match between the two teams was in March 2018, when they faced each other in a friendly match in Madrid, with Spain winning 6-1.

The two teams have met 14 times with an even record: six wins for each team and two draws.