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The highly anticipated conclusion of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is set for Sunday, 19 July, when Spain and Argentina face off at the New York New Jersey Stadium. The match kicks off at 22:00 MENA time, promising a thrilling showdown between the reigning champions and the tournament’s dominant contender.
Fans across the Middle East and North Africa can catch comprehensive coverage starting with the Countdown show at 18:00 Mecca time, followed by the pre-match studio broadcast at 20:00 on beIN SPORTS MAX 5. Argentina, aiming to defend their world title, will square off against Spain, whose performance throughout the tournament has captivated audiences and experts alike.
Spain’s Dominance and Defensive Mastery
Under the guidance of coach Luis de la Fuente, Spain has set a high standard by winning all seven of their matches en route to the final, conceding just a single goal. Their path to the final was secured with a commanding 2-0 victory over tournament favorites France. In that match, Mikel Oyarzabal converted a penalty before Pedro Porro finished a well-orchestrated team move to seal the win.
Spain’s defensive solidity has been a hallmark of their campaign. Their backline has consistently thwarted every opponent, allowing only one goal throughout the tournament held in North America. This defensive resilience, combined with their attacking prowess, has established Spain as one of the most well-rounded teams in world football. Victory on Sunday would mark Spain’s second men’s FIFA World Cup™ title, following their triumph in South Africa in 2010.
Along the way, the Espagnol team has already ended the World Cup aspirations of notable stars, including Cristiano Ronaldo, underscoring their strength and determination heading into the final clash with Argentina.
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