World Cup Final Date and Time
The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina will take place on Sunday, 19 July 2026. The match kicks off at 8pm BST, which is 3pm local time in New Jersey.
Venue: MetLife Stadium
The final will be held at MetLife Stadium, home to the NFL's New York Giants and New York Jets. With a capacity of over 80,000 spectators, it is one of the largest sporting venues in North America. FIFA has designated the stadium as the New York/New Jersey Stadium for the tournament to avoid sponsor branding. Although located in New Jersey, the stadium is just a few miles from New York City.
Teams and Stakes
Reigning champions Argentina aim to retain their crown against Spain, who are appearing in only their second World Cup final, having won their first in 2010. Argentina have reached their third final in four tournaments and seek to become the third nation to win back-to-back World Cups. After over four weeks of action, 48 teams have been reduced to two, with the expanded tournament offering opportunities for surprise contenders.
