2026 World Cup Final Lineups: Argentina Makes Three Changes, Spain Unchanged

The stage is set for the 2026 World Cup final, with FIFA officially announcing the starting lineups for the highly anticipated clash between Spain and Argentina. The match is scheduled to take place at New York Stadium in the United States on Monday at 02:00 WIB.

Argentina's manager, Lionel Scaloni, has opted for three alterations to his squad for the final. The formidable attacking duo of Lionel Messi, serving as captain and the team's offensive engine, and Julian Alvarez will spearhead the attack in a 4-4-2 formation. In midfield, Enzo Fernandez and Alexis Mac Allister are set to control the game's tempo, supported by Rodrigo De Paul's continued presence in the starting eleven, with Nico Gonzalez also earning an early start. Emiliano "Dibu" Martínez will defend the goal, marshaled by a central defensive pairing of Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martínez.

Conversely, Spain's coach, Luis de la Fuente, has decided to stick with his established 4-2-3-1 formation, making no changes to the lineup that has brought them this far. Mikel Oyarzabal will lead the line as the sole striker, with support from Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, and Alex Baena operating in the second line of attack. Rodri and Fabian Ruiz will anchor the midfield, tasked with maintaining balance. The defensive line remains unchanged, with Unai Simon in goal, protected by Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsi, Aymeric Laporte, and Marc Cucurella.