Spain vs Argentina Live Score, Spain Are World Champions! Ferran Torres Fires La Roja to 2026 FIFA World Cup Glory

  102′ 🔄 Argentina go even more defensive. Lionel Scaloni replaces Julián Álvarez with defender Marcos Senesi, reshaping his side to protect the stalemate with 10 men.

101′ 🇪🇸 Spain keep piling on the pressure. Pedro Porro’s dangerous cross almost reaches Nico Williams before a desperate Argentine interception prevents another clear chance.

99′ 🔄 Double change for Spain. Luis de la Fuente introduces Martín Zubimendi for Rodri and Eric García for Aymeric Laporte to inject fresh legs for extra time.

96′ ❌ Goal ruled out! Nico Williams thinks he’s fired Spain ahead after Emiliano Martínez saves Merino’s effort, but the strike is disallowed for Merino’s foul on Nicolás Otamendi. VAR reviews the incident and upholds the on-field decision.

70′ 🔄 Double change for Argentina. Lionel Scaloni is forced into more reshuffling as Facundo Medina replaces the injured Cristian Romero, while Giuliano Simeone comes on for Rodrigo De Paul to add fresh attacking energy.

69′ 💧 The second-half hydration break gives both coaches a chance to regroup. Spain remain firmly in control, while Scaloni urgently reorganizes an Argentina side struggling to match La Roja’s tempo.

67′ 😱 Torres misses a golden chance! Lamine Yamal beats two defenders and floats in a perfect cross, but Ferran Torres heads straight at Emiliano Martínez from close range. Moments later, Romero goes down injured before the cooling break.

65′ 🇪🇸 Spain continue to pile on the pressure. Yamal whips another dangerous delivery into the box, but Leandro Paredes gets enough on it to concede yet another corner.

64′ 🧤 Emiliano Martínez nearly spills it! Pedri makes an instant impact by finding Dani Olmo, whose low strike is fumbled by the Argentina goalkeeper before he recovers to concede a corner.

61′ 🎯 Spain threaten from a free kick. Lamine Yamal’s effort is blocked by the Argentine wall before Álex Baena’s follow-up cross is cleared by Julián Álvarez and Enzo Fernández.

59′ 🟨 Another foul from Leandro Paredes gifts Spain a dangerous free-kick after he brings down Pedro Porro. Yamal, Baena, and Oyarzabal gather over the ball as Spain eye the breakthrough.

58′ 🔄 Argentina substitution: Gonzalo Montiel’s impressive shift comes to an end after another crucial defensive intervention. Nahuel Molina replaces him at right-back as Lionel Scaloni makes his third change of the afternoon.

56′ 🛡️ Otamendi to the rescue! Spain slice through the Argentina defense before Nicolás Otamendi slides in with a superb last-ditch clearance to deny Mikel Oyarzabal and Fabián Ruiz.

54′ Argentina’s introduction of Leandro Paredes is already adding bite in midfield as Lionel Scaloni looks to disrupt Spain’s rhythm, while Luis de la Fuente will want his side to stay focused and avoid getting drawn into unnecessary battles.

52′ 🟨 Leandro Paredes becomes the first player booked of the second half after a late challenge as Argentina continue to battle under pressure.

49′ Argentina have steadied themselves after a shaky restart, but Lionel Scaloni looks ready to make changes with substitutes preparing on the touchline.

46′ Spain almost strike immediately! Paredes’ loose pass gifts possession to Mikel Oyarzabal, who tees up Álex Baena, but Emiliano Martínez gathers the low effort after a fortunate bounce.

46′ We’re back underway at MetLife Stadium as Spain kick off the second half with the World Cup final still goalless.

45+4′ – HALF-TIME: Spain 0-0 Argentina

The referee brings the first half to an end at MetLife Stadium. Spain have controlled much of the possession and created the better opportunities, but Argentina have held firm to keep the score level. With everything still to play for, an intriguing second half awaits in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final.

45+2′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Argentina continue to struggle in the attacking third. Rodrigo De Paul and Gonzalo Montiel exchange passes down the right, but Rodri reads the move perfectly to intercept a pass intended for Lionel Messi. Lionel Scaloni will be looking for tactical adjustments during the interval after his side were largely outplayed in the opening 45 minutes.

45′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Four minutes of added time have been signaled at the end of the first half. Can either side find a breakthrough before the whistle, or will the teams head into the break level?

44′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina 🔄 Argentina Substitution

Forced change for Argentina. Lisandro Martínez is unable to continue after picking up an injury, and veteran defender Nicolás Otamendi replaces him at the heart of the defence. Argentina will hope the experienced centre-back can help keep Spain at bay.

Substitution: Nicolás Otamendi ⬅️ Lisandro Martínez

43′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Cucurella goes close! With no passing options available, Marc Cucurella decides to try his luck from distance. His powerful left-footed effort whistles just wide of the right post. Moments later, concern grows for Argentina as Lisandro Martínez remains on the ground following the previous challenge and signals that he cannot continue.

41′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina 🟨 Yellow Card

Lisandro Martínez is shown the first yellow card of the FIFA World Cup final. A misplaced pass from Rodrigo De Paul allows Mikel Oyarzabal to break away on the counter, forcing Martínez to bring down the Spanish forward with a cynical challenge to stop the attack.

40′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

OYARZABAL TESTS EMILIANO MARTÍNEZ! Spain come agonizingly close to breaking the deadlock. Aymeric Laporte, Rodri and Álex Baena combine brilliantly before Fabián Ruiz slips the ball into Mikel Oyarzabal. The Spanish striker unleashes a powerful first-time left-footed effort from the edge of the box, but Emiliano Martínez reacts superbly, diving low to make an excellent save.

38′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Outstanding defending from Gonzalo Montiel! Marc Cucurella cleverly knocks the ball beyond the Argentina full-back, but Montiel recovers brilliantly with a perfectly timed tackle to win both the ball and the admiration of the Argentina supporters inside MetLife Stadium.

36′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Spain continue to find space down Argentina’s right flank. Fabián Ruiz releases Marc Cucurella into an advanced crossing position, but the left-back’s delivery fails to find a teammate. Fortunately for Spain, the assistant referee had already raised the offside flag on the far side.

34′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Álex Baena skips past Gonzalo Montiel with a clever piece of skill before sending a cross into the penalty area, but Cristian Romero is alert to clear the danger. Argentina respond immediately, and Rodri is penalized for bringing down Alexis Mac Allister, handing the defending champions a dangerous free-kick on the left wing.

30′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Spain continue to impress with their relentless pressing whenever possession changes hands. Marc Cucurella loses out to former Chelsea teammate Enzo Fernández, but with no passing options available, the Argentine midfielder is forced into a hopeful long ball that drifts harmlessly out of play, allowing Spain to launch another attack.

36′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Spain continue to expose space down Argentina’s right flank. Fabián Ruiz picks out Marc Cucurella with a well-timed pass, but the full-back’s cross fails to find a teammate. Fortunately for Spain, the assistant referee’s offside flag was already raised on the far side, making the poor delivery irrelevant.

34′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Álex Baena shows great skill to glide past Gonzalo Montiel before whipping a cross into the penalty area, but Cristian Romero is well positioned to clear the danger. Argentina quickly counter, and Rodri is penalized for pulling down Alexis Mac Allister, giving the defending champions a dangerous free-kick on the left.

30′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Spain’s high press continues to frustrate Argentina whenever possession changes hands. Although Marc Cucurella loses out to former Chelsea teammate Enzo Fernández, the Argentine midfielder finds himself short of passing options and is forced to launch a hopeful long ball that drifts harmlessly out of play, allowing Spain to regain possession and build another attack.

28′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

The opening stages have been remarkably cagey. Only one shot has been recorded in the first 25 minutes, making it the fewest attempts in the opening 25 minutes of a FIFA World Cup final since records began in 1966. Lionel Messi has also been kept unusually quiet, registering just two touches in the opening 20 minutes—his fewest in the first 20 minutes of any World Cup match he has started.

26′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

The referee pauses play for the first hydration break after pulling play back for a foul as Lionel Messi dribbles past Rodri. Both teams have produced only half-chances so far, with Lamine Yamal’s early deflected effort still the closest either side has come to breaking the deadlock. During the stoppage, coaches Luis de la Fuente and Lionel Scaloni gather their players to deliver tactical instructions ahead of the restart.

22′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Lionel Messi finally finds room to drive at the Spanish defence and immediately creates danger. The Argentina captain threads a clever pass toward Nico González near the edge of the area, but the winger’s first touch lets him down and Spain recover. Messi is beginning to influence the game, and the defending champions will hope their talisman can provide the breakthrough.

20′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

The tactical battle is becoming evident. Spain are focusing most of their attacks down the right, where Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro continue to combine effectively. Argentina, meanwhile, are finding success on the opposite flank, with Nicolás Tagliafico and Nico González heavily involved in their forward play.

18′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Argentina continue to grow into the contest after Álex Baena brings down Lionel Messi from behind. Rodrigo De Paul sends the resulting free-kick into the box, but Nico González cannot make contact as the delivery drifts beyond him. The Albiceleste are enjoying more possession but have yet to force Unai Simón into a meaningful save.

16′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

A robust tackle from Alexis Mac Allister on Dani Olmo sparks animated protests from the Spanish bench. Referee Slavko Vinčić keeps his cards in his pocket, although the challenge pushes the limits and another similar foul could easily earn the game’s first booking.

14′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Spain’s pressure continues from the corner as Álex Baena picks out Dani Olmo at the far post, but Argentina clear without too much trouble. La Roja patiently rebuild from the back through Unai Simón, maintaining control of possession while searching for an opening goal.

12′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Spain earn the first corner of the World Cup final after Fabián Ruiz’s dangerous cross is diverted behind by Lisandro Martínez. Álex Baena steps up to deliver the set-piece as Spain keep the pressure on Argentina’s defence.

10′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

The opening stages belong largely to Spain, who are controlling possession and dictating the pace of the game. Argentina are still trying to settle and have struggled to establish any sustained rhythm.

8′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

The final is opening up. Mikel Oyarzabal’s clever flick releases Pedro Porro, but referee Slavko Vinčić dismisses Spain’s appeals after Alexis Mac Allister’s challenge. At the other end, Unai Simón reacts quickly to snuff out a dangerous run from Lionel Messi.

6′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Lamine Yamal goes close! Spain carve out the first genuine opportunity of the final after Dani Olmo cleverly returns the ball into Yamal’s path. The teenager gets his shot away, but Emiliano Martínez and Lisandro Martínez combine brilliantly to keep the score level.

4′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Argentina enjoy their first spell of possession before Nicolás Tagliafico gives the ball away. Moments later, Gonzalo Montiel is penalized for pulling back Álex Baena near the halfway line as both teams continue to settle into the occasion.

2′ – Spain 0-0 Argentina

Spain begin confidently with their trademark passing football. A misplaced pass from Fabián Ruiz briefly allows Argentina to break, but Pedro Porro quickly stops the move by committing the first foul of the match.

1′ – KICK-OFF! Spain 0-0 Argentina

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Final is underway at MetLife Stadium. Lionel Messi gets the match started as Spain and Argentina begin their battle for football’s most prestigious trophy in front of a packed crowd.