Spain Slight Favorite Over Argentina in 2026 World Cup Final

The 2026 World Cup is creating unforgettable moments. Lionel Messi's Argentina rallied from a 1-0 deficit against England, with goals from Messi himself securing a 2-1 victory on Wednesday. This comeback sent them to Sunday’s final where they will face Spain.

Argentina’s late surge denied England a chance at their first World Cup title since 1966, despite England entering the semifinal as the slight favorite. Oddsmakers now have Argentina positioned as underdogs once again, this time against Spain.

Betting Odds and Predictions

Spain opened the final as a -175 favorite to claim the trophy, while Argentina sits at +125 underdog at BetMGM. The prediction platform Kalshi gives Spain a 58% chance to win, with Argentina at 42%.

Spain earned their spot in the final by defeating France 2-0 on Tuesday. Goals from Mikel Oyarzabal, who scored a penalty in the first half, and Pedro Porro in the second half secured the victory. France appeared less dominant than in earlier rounds.

Final Match Details

The championship match is scheduled for Sunday at 3 p.m. ET. It will take place at the New York/New Jersey Stadium located in East Rutherford, New Jersey.