Ronaldo Backs Spain for Easy World Cup Final Win Over Argentina
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Brazilian football legend Ronaldo predicts Spain will easily defeat Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final.
- Ronaldo cited Spain's distinctive style of play, emphasizing ball possession and quick passing, as reasons for his prediction.
- Spain and Argentina are set to face off in the World Cup final, with Argentina aiming for a second consecutive title and Spain seeking their first since 2010.
Brazilian football icon Ronaldo has thrown his support behind Spain, predicting a comfortable victory over Argentina in the upcoming 2026 World Cup final. The former striker believes Spain's unique tactical approach will be the deciding factor.
Spain seems like they will win easily. Spain and France were always the candidates I thought of.
"Spain seems like they will win easily," Ronaldo stated, according to a report by the British outlet Metro. He identified Spain and France as his consistent favorites throughout the tournament. "Spain will win with a special style of football. They will maintain possession throughout the game," he added.
Ronaldo elaborated on Spain's strategy, highlighting their ability to "exchange the ball at high speed and operate calmly while increasing possession." This style, he suggested, will prove too much for their opponents.
Spain will win with a special style of football. They will maintain possession throughout the game.
The highly anticipated final is scheduled to take place at the New York/New Jersey Stadium. Defending champions Argentina are vying for their fourth World Cup title and a second consecutive win, while Spain aims to secure their second title, their first since the 2010 South Africa tournament. The match also features a narrative clash between Lionel Messi, a key figure in Barcelona's golden era, and the current and future stars of Spanish football.
Exchange the ball at high speed and operate calmly while increasing possession.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.