Uefa is expected to make a decision next week on whether to relocate the Finalissima match between Argentina and Spain from Qatar, amid escalating conflict in the Middle East. The match, co-organised by Uefa and South American confederation CONMEBOL, is scheduled for 27 March at the Lusail stadium in Qatar.
A Uefa spokesperson confirmed that discussions are ongoing with local organisers, but no alternative venues are currently under consideration. The uncertainty follows Iran's targeting of Qatar, which hosts American military bases, after air strikes by the United States and Israel last weekend.
The Finalissima brings together the champions of Europe and South America. The only previous edition since its revival in 2022 saw Argentina beat Italy 3-0 at Wembley. The upcoming fixture is set to be played at the Lusail stadium, which hosted the 2022 World Cup final, also won by Argentina.
Lionel Messi guided Argentina to their third World Cup triumph in Qatar four years ago, with a dramatic penalty shootout victory over France. The match is highly anticipated, but the final decision on its venue is expected towards the end of next week.
