World Final 2026: where, when and at what time to watch Argentina vs. Spain in the United States
The grand final of the 2026 World Cup will be played this Sunday, July 19 in New Jersey; know the schedule and how to see it in the United States
Argentina and Spain will play the title match this Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium, located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, a stage that will witness the two-time championship of the albiceleste or the coronation of La Roja for the second time in history.
After more than a month of competition and the first edition of the World Cup with 48 teams, the tournament reaches its conclusion with two teams that were protagonists from the beginning and that will seek to close a high-level campaign with a flourish.
Where and at what time is the 2026 World Cup final?
The 2026 World Cup final will be played this Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
These are the schedules in the United States:
How to watch the broadcast of the 2026 World Cup final in the United States
Fans will be able to follow the 2026 World Cup final through FOX, with transmission in English, and Telemundo, in Spanish.
In addition, those who live in an area with coverage from stations affiliated with FOX or Telemundo will be able to watch the match for free through a digital open television antenna, without having to contract a cable service. It will also be available for streaming on Peacock for subscribers to the platform.
This is how Argentina reaches the final
The Argentina team will compete in a new World Cup final with the possibility of winning its fourth World Cup. The team led by Lionel Scaloni eliminated England in the semifinals and will seek to successfully defend the title obtained in Qatar 2022.
During the tournament, the Albiceleste once again showed a combination of experience and youth. Lionel Messi has led the team on and off the field, while players like Julián Álvarez, Lautaro Martínez and Emiliano Martínez have been fundamental pieces in reaching the championship match again.
If they manage to beat Spain, Argentina will be crowned world champions for the second consecutive edition.
This is how Spain reaches the final
The Spanish team reached the final after eliminating France in the semifinals and will seek to win the second world title in its history, after the one achieved in South Africa 2010.
The team led by Luis de la Fuente has stood out for its control of the ball, high pressure and collective balance. Footballers such as Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Rodri, Fabián Ruiz and Unai Simón have been decisive for La Roja to return to a World Cup final 16 years after lifting their only championship.