NEW YORK (Kashmir English): The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina is scheduled for today (Sunday).
The epic showdown will take place at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey at 12:00 AM (Midnight, Monday, July 20) Pakistan Standard Time.
Argentina, the defending champions, reached the final by pulling off a stunning 2-1 comeback win against England, with Lautaro Martínez scoring a 92nd-minute winner.
Spain, the European champions, on the other hand, secured their spot after a marvelous tournament run, defeating Portugal 1-0 in the Round of 16 and sweeping past Austria 3-0 in the knockouts.
The highly anticipated clash marks the ultimate chapter in Lionel Messi’s international career, as he eyes a spectacular farewell World Cup trophy for his nation.
He has represented the Argentina senior national team in 205 international matches, including 33 appearances across six FIFA World Cups (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022, and 2026).
FIFA World Cup 2026 for Pakistani fans
Across Pakistan, football fans are preparing for an all-nighter. The countdown clocks are ticking down to Monday morning.
As dawn breaks over Pakistan this Monday, one nation will lift the trophy into the sky.
