Watch the World Cup Final 2026 as Spain take on Argentina to be crowned champions. The match has gone to extra time after Enzo Fernandez was sent off in the dying seconds of the game for Argentina.
After 39 days and 103 games, the stage is finally set for a mouthwatering World Cup final in New Jersey between two sides that have made winning a habit.
- Kick-off time: 8:00pm BST / 3:00pm ET / 5:00am AEST (Sun)
- FREE Stream: BBC and ITV (UK) / SBS (AUS)
- TV & Streaming: Fox (US)
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European champions Spain are unbeaten in a record-equalling 37 matches (their penalty shootout loss to Portugal in the Nations League final officially being recorded as a draw), while defending champions Argentina have won 14 games in a row.
Both teams have found a formula for success, but that is where the similarities end. For Spain, it is all about control. The entire team works as one to ensure they dominate possession and frustrate their opponents. This has helped them become the first team in World Cup history to keep six clean sheets at a single tournament.
In contrast, Argentina’s recent achievements have owed much to a squad built to get the best out of Lionel Messi. They may be vulnerable in defence, but they fight tooth and nail to protect their little magician and give him the best chance of producing something miraculous.
In New Jersey, we’ll find out which approach comes out on top.
Read on as FourFourTwo brings you all the information you need to watch Spain vs Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 online, on TV, and from anywhere.
Spain vs Argentina: Team news
Spain XI: Simon, Cucurella, Laporte, Cubarsi, Porro, Ruiz, Rodri, Baena, Olmo, Yamal, Oyarzabal
Argentina XI: Martinez, Tagliafico, Martinez, Romero, Montiel, Gonzalez, Fernandez, Mac Allister, De Paul, Alvarez, Messi
Watch World Cup Final for FREE
The World Cup final between Spain and Argentina will be free-to-stream across multiple regions, including BBC and ITV in the UK, RTÉ Player in Ireland, SBS On Demand in Australia, CazéTV on YouTube in Brazil, NOS in the Netherlands, RTBF/VRT in Belgium, SRF/RTS/RSI in Switzerland, and TRT in Turkey.
This game will also be available for free in Spain on RTVE Play and Argentina on TVP.
English commentary will be provided on BBC, ITV, RTE Player and SBS On Demand.
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How to watch World Cup Final in the UK
In the UK, you can stream the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina on BBC One and ITV1. The build-up starts at 7.00pm, ahead of the kick-off at 8:00pm.
How to watch World Cup Final in the US
In the US, you can stream the World Cup Final on Fox.
This channel is accessible via Fox's own streaming platform Fox One or via a cord-cutting platform such as YouTube TV, Hulu+Live TV, Sling (select markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Telemundo will have Spanish language coverage and is available via one of the above cord-cutters or Peacock.
How to watch World Cup Final in Australia
In Australia, you can watch the World Cup Final for free on SBS On Demand.
World Cup Final 2026: Spain vs Argentina Preview
Aiming to emulate the legendary Spanish side that won Euro 2008 and the 2010 World Cup, the current crop head into the final having conceded just one goal across four knockout games, and on the back of a comprehensive 2-0 victory over a French side with a terrifying attack.
That semi-final victory demonstrated just how far the team has come under head coach Luis de la Fuente. He has created a side that perfectly combines individual talent with teamwork and discipline.
For all the talk of Lamine Yamal, it has been the spine of Unai Simón, Pau Cubarsí, Rodri and Mikel Oyarzabal that has caught the eye in North America. Each has played a major role in Spain’s success in this tournament and will be vital to La Roja’s chances of lifting the trophy for just the second time.
While Spain have cruised into the final, Argentina have staged a series of remarkable fightbacks. After surviving a scare against Cape Verde, they fired three goals in the final stages to eliminate Egypt, needed extra time to overcome Switzerland, and trailed England 1-0 in the 84th minute.
On each occasion, they have simply refused to accept defeat. Manager Lionel Scaloni has made impactful substitutions, while Messi has come up with vital goals and assists.
Thanks to this, La Albiceleste now have the chance to become just the third nation to win back-to-back World Cups. Having also won consecutive Copa América titles, victory over Spain would surely cement their position as Argentina’s greatest-ever team.
World Cup Final 2026: Spain vs Argentina Q+A
What time is kick-off in the World Cup Final 2026?
Kick-off arrives at 8:00pm BST. That is 3:00pm ET and 12:00pm PT in the United States, and 5:00am AEST in Australia.
In Spain, the game starts at 9:00pm CET, and in Argentina at 5:00pm ART.
Have Spain and Argentina played each other before at the World Cup?
Yes, only once. In 1966, Argentina defeated Spain 2-1 in the group stage.
Overall, they have played each other 12 times, with each country winning on six occasions.
What is the weather for the World Cup final 2026?
It's going to be a hot World Cup final for Spain and Argentina with temperatures forecasted at 28–30°C (82–86°F).
FourFourTwo's prediction
Spain 2-1 Argentina
Argentina will put up more of a fight than France but FourFourTwo sees Spain achieving a deserved victory.
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