FIFA World Cup 2026

Spain 0-0 Argentina

Argentina did not attempt a single shot in the first half. Spain had four, three on target.
 
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'Spain have to be more aggressive with last pass'

HT: Spain 0-0 Argentina

Guillem Balague
Spanish football journalist on BBC Radio 5 Live at New York New Jersey Stadium

Rodri (R) of Spain in action against Julian Alvarez


Argentina defend so well around the box. It's not what they want to do but they know they have to.

There's a bit of frustration in the walking of Lionel Messi because he's not getting the ball in areas that he likes. That's how you defend Messi, don't let him get the ball at all.

Spain have to be more aggressive in the last pass.
 

Trump presence means tight security for World Cup final​

Queues outside the 2026 World Cup final stadium

There were significant queues outside New York New Jersey Stadium more than four hours before kick-off

Emma Smith
BBC Sport journalist
19 July 2026, 17:17 BST

Supporters faced long queues to get into New York New Jersey Stadium amid heightened security for the 2026 World Cup final.
 

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