- Messi vs. Yamal — a generational showdown: 39‑year‑old Lionel Messi faces 19‑year‑old Lamine Yamal, and both are the tournament’s top dribblers (Messi 25, Yamal 22).
- Argentina (No. 1) vs Spain (No. 2) on July 19 at MetLife Stadium — the first World Cup final between the top two FIFA-ranked teams and the first final pitting the reigning European champ against the reigning South American champ.
- Monumental streaks and records on the line: Argentina chases a fourth straight major trophy and a perfect tournament run, Spain arrives unbeaten in 37 games, and Messi could extend his all‑time World Cup records.
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