The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, concludes on July 19, 2026, with a final between Argentina and Spain at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. This is the first World Cup final held in the New York metropolitan area since 1994.
Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, seeks to defend their 2022 title. Spain, under coach Luis de la Fuente, aims for their second World Cup victory after 2010. The match features contrasting styles: Argentina's experienced squad versus Spain's young, possession-based team.
The final is part of a tournament that expanded to 48 teams for the first time, with 104 matches played across 16 venues. The event has drawn record attendance, with over 5 million tickets sold. Security is heightened, with over 10,000 law enforcement personnel deployed.
Former President Donald Trump, a New Jersey resident, is expected to attend, though no official confirmation has been made. The halftime show will feature a performance by global music stars, details of which remain unannounced.
