World Cup Final: Spain vs Argentina – Probable Line-ups and Where to Watch
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Preview of the World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina, detailing probable starting line-ups, TV broadcast information, and highlighting which Serie A-based players may start on the bench.
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Attributed to original sourceLautaro Martinez and Nico Paz are the only Serie A representatives in the World Cup Final, but both are expected to start on the bench.
Spain and Argentina meet at MetLife Stadium in New York today for the 2026 World Cup final.
It kicks off at 21:00 CET [20:00 BST], 15:00 local time. Spain are the defending European champions, while Argentina are the World Cup title holders.
As reported by Italian media including Gazzetta and Tuttosport , Inter captain Lautaro Martinez and Como star Nico Paz are expected to start on the bench for Argentina.
Lautaro, however, is Argentina’s second-best scorer at the 2026 World Cup with three goals. Only Leo Messi has scored more with eight.
Lautaro has featured in all Argentina’s games so far and scored a late winning goal in the semi-final against England on Wednesday.
Nico Paz, on the other hand, has made two appearances as a substitute in this World Cup, collecting 71 minutes of football.
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – MAY 31: Nicolas Paz (left) and Enzo Fernandez (right) of Argentina arrive for the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Kansas City International Airport on May 31, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jay Biggerstaff/Getty Images) Spain vs. Argentina – where to watch on TV If you are located in Italy, you can watch the game for free on Rai 1. DAZN also broadcast the match, but you’ll need a subscription. Elsewhere, the World Cup Final is available on BBC One and ITV1 in the UK, Fox Sports in the U.S., Zee5 in India and SBS in Australia.
Spain vs. Argentina – probable line-ups Spain (4-2-3-1): Unai Simon; Pedro Porro, Cubarsí, Laporte, Cucurella; Rodri, Fabian Ruiz; Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Alex Baena; Oyarzabal.
Argentina (4-3-1-2): Dibu Martinez; Molina, Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Tagliafico; Paredes; De Paul, Enzo Fernandez, Mac Allister; Messi, Julian Alvarez.
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Football Italia previews the World Cup Final clash between Spain and Argentina, providing probable XI selections for both sides. The article specifically draws attention to Serie A stars who may find themselves among the substitutes rather than in the starting eleven. Broadcast details for viewers are also included. The piece is framed from an Italian football perspective, examining how the tournament's biggest game affects the Italian league's prominent players.
Chance analysis
From a Serie A standpoint, the benching of league stars in the World Cup Final suggests these players are squad options rather than first-choice starters for their national teams. This has implications for their confidence, minutes upon return to club duty, and potential transfer valuations. The article is primarily a preview/fixture piece with limited predictive value beyond confirming squad roles for Serie A-linked players.
Limited direct impact on upcoming club matches, but Serie A stars returning from bench roles at the World Cup Final may need time to reintegrate as starters at their clubs.
Treat as a fixture preview; Serie A players on the bench for the final may return to club action with reduced minutes, affecting early-season match sharpness and availability.