Spain and Argentina are set to clash in the World Cup final on Sunday in New Jersey, marking the climax of the first 48-team tournament.

• Argentina aims for back-to-back titles, potentially marking the final World Cup appearance for Lionel Messi.
• Spain, enjoying a near-flawless run, has conceded only one goal in their seven matches.
• England secured third place, beating France 6-4 in a high-scoring match, with Kylian Mbappe becoming the competition's all-time leading scorer.
• The final will be attended by leaders from all three host nations, including US President Donald Trump, and feature a historic half-time show.

A remarkable "full-circle" moment in football is set to occur at the 2026 World Cup final when Lionel Messi faces Lamine Yamal. The two stars were once photographed together as infant and young player during a UNICEF charity event at Camp Nou.

• The iconic photo was taken in 2007 when a 20-year-old Messi bathed an infant Yamal for a charity calendar.
• Lamine Yamal, now 17, is a rising star for Spain and wears the iconic No. 10 shirt at FC Barcelona, previously worn by Messi.
• Both Messi and Yamal have recently become UNICEF Goodwill Ambassadors, highlighting a shared commitment to the organization.

US President Donald Trump is set to present the trophy at the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey.

• Despite controversies, Trump has hailed the tournament as the "most successful sporting event maybe in the history of the world."
• Trump, a strong supporter of the event, attended a FIFA reception with FIFA boss Gianni Infantino at Trump Tower.
• The final offers a platform for potential diplomacy with leaders from co-host nations Mexico and Canada, amidst ongoing tensions.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup™ final is set to take place tonight, with Argentina and Spain vying for the prestigious trophy.

• The biggest prize in football is on the line as two football powerhouses clash.
• The teams involved are Argentina and Spain.
• The match is scheduled for tonight in New Jersey.