- Spain vs. Argentina on July 19 in New York/New Jersey is a historic final — the first meeting of FIFA's No. 1 and No. 2 teams in a World Cup final, the first between reigning UEFA and CONMEBOL champions, and only the second all Spanish‑speaking final since 1930.
- Spain arrive unbeaten in 37 matches (first final since 2010), have conceded just one goal this tournament and beat France 2-0 in the semis.
- Argentina reached its seventh final after a dramatic late comeback vs. England; Lionel Messi aims for back-to-back World Cups (he’s +130 to score), and the showdown is framed as generational — Messi vs. young star Lamine Yamal.
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