Spain and Argentina Confirm Lineups for 2026 World Cup Final | El Comercio (EC) | 01KXXW2R1AA78A2B5EJT4CBS5J

The stage is set for the 2026 World Cup final as Spain and Argentina prepare to clash for the coveted title. Both teams have finalized their starting lineups and completed their pre-match warm-ups, with the match scheduled to kick off at 2:00 PM.

Argentina's manager, Lionel Scaloni, has introduced three significant changes to his starting eleven for the final showdown against Spain. Rodrigo de Paul, Gonzalo Montiel, and Nico González are brought into the lineup, replacing Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina, and Giuliano Simeone. The formidable Lionel Messi continues to lead the Albiceleste.

The Argentine formation will see Emiliano Martínez in goal, protected by a defense of Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, and Nicolás Tagliafico. The midfield will be anchored by Rodrigo de Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, and Nico González, with Julián Alvarez and Lionel Messi spearheading the attack. This marks the first World Cup start for Nico González and the second appearance for Montiel.

On the Spanish side, coach Luis de la Fuente has opted to stick with the same starting lineup that saw them through the quarterfinals against Belgium and the semifinals against France. The team will face Argentina at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. While Pedri González is benched, Fabián Ruiz takes his place. Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro are included in the starting eleven despite recent muscle issues.