Argentina secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the 2026 World Cup semifinals, with Lionel Messi's team scoring twice in quick succession to deny England a chance at their first World Cup since 1966. This sets up a highly anticipated final against Spain.

Spain earned their spot by defeating France 2-0, thanks to goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro, showcasing a dominant performance. Despite their semifinal triumph, Argentina enters the final as the underdog against a favored Spanish side. Oddsmakers at BetMGM and prediction markets like Kalshi place Spain as the stronger contender. The final match is scheduled for Sunday at New York/New Jersey Stadium.