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World - World Cup

19/07/2026 

15:00 

Final

Spain

Spain

End
1 - 0
Half-time 0 - 0
Argentina

Argentina

Spain
2.25
Draw
3.00
Argentina
3.60

Spain vs Argentina prediction, World Cup

 by The Wincomparator team

Match Preview
Stadium
MetLife Stadium
Capacity
82500 seats
Referee
Slavko Vincic
Spain Spain
Argentina Argentina
Match End
111'
A. Mac Allister
F. Torres
N. Williams
106'
drop icon
105'
L. Scaloni
Overtime
90+3'
E. Fernandez
red_after_yellow
90+2'
C. Romero
82'
E. Fernandez
52'
L. Paredes
Half-time
41'
L. Martinez
Match Start

Spain vs Argentina Stats

68
Possession (%)
32
16
Total shots
1
11
Shots on target
0
9
Corners
4
23
Free Kicks
21
21
Fouls
24
0
Yellow card
6
0
Red card
1
16
Goal opportunities
2
4
Offside
1
5
Shots off target
1
4
Shots blocked
2
803
Passes attempted
445
730
Successful passes
349
73
Unsuccessful passes
96
40
Long passes attempted
61
15
Successful long passes
16
25
Unsuccessful long passes
45
31
Crosses attempted
10
6
Successful crosses
0
25
Unsuccessful crosses
10
4
Successful dribbles
4
30
Loss of possession
21
24
Fouled against
21
14
Tackles attempted
13
12
Successful tackles
12
2
Missed tackles
1
21
Defensive clearances
27
11
Interceptions
9
1
Defensive blocks
2
0
Saves
11
5
Clearances
12
0
Goalkeeper dives
8
2
Injuries
2
6
Substitutions
6

Spain vs Argentina Last Lineups

4-2-3-1
23
U. Simon
12
M. Pubill
5
P. Cubarsi
14
A. Laporte
22
M. Cucurella
16
Rodri
20
Pedri
19
L. Yamal
10
D. Olmo
15
A. Baena
21
M. Oyarzabal
4-3-3
9
J. Alvarez
22
L. Martinez
10
L. Messi
8
E. Fernandez
20
A. Mac Allister
7
R. De Paul
3
N. Tagliafico
19
N. Otamendi
13
C. Romero
4
A. Giay
23
E. Martinez

Coach

Luis De La Fuente

Substitutes

Goalkeeper
13 - J. Martinez
1 - D. Raya
Defender
2 - D. Huijsen
4 - I. Fresneda
17 - F. Garcia
3 - R. Le Normand
Midfielder
18 - M. Zubimendi
6 - M. Merino
9 - F. Lopez
Forwards
7 - V. Munoz
11 - Y. Pino
8 - R. Fernandez
Goalkeeper
12 - G. Rulli
1 - J. Musso
Defender
25 - F. Medina
6 - L. Martinez
2 - L. Balerdi
Midfielder
11 - G. Lo Celso
14 - E. Palacios
15 - N. Gonzalez
24 - V. Barco
Forwards
30 - F. Mastantuono
31 - L. Flores
21 - J. Lopez
17 - G. Simeone
18 - N. Paz
16 - G. Prestianni

Spain vs Argentina predictions summary

1X2
Spain wins
Probability: 48.33%
Bet365
2.25
Under/Over
+2.5
with a 59.74% chance.
Bet365
2.30
BTTS
Yes
Probability: 50%
Bet365
1.80

Spain vs Argentina 1X2 prediction

Spain have a date with Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final, both nations bidding to add to their past glories. Argentina are looking to be the first nation since Brazil in 1962 to successfully defend the world title. Meanwhile, Spain are looking to add to their 2010 gong. This match also pits the reigning continental champions of Europe and South America, meeting in the World Cup final for the first time. Each of the two had their own contrasting routes to the final. Spain were straightforward winners, decimating France’s feared attack in a 2-0 outcome. On the other side, Argentina needed to come from behind, beating England 2-1 in the second semi-final. They will hope to recover in time, having played a day after Spain. This marks the 14th meeting between these nations, and the records are split down the middle with two matches drawn and six wins apiece. Spain have been more convincing at this tournament, save for their shocking 0-0 draw with Cape Verde in the opening round. Argentina have been shaky, especially in the knockout rounds, and have the underdog feel coming into the final. Looking at the quality of the opponents both teams have met en route to the final, we are backing Spain to win here.

Our prediction

Spain wins

Probability : 48.33%
Bet365
2.25
Spain Argentina
Spain stat Argentina
6
Wins
6
4
Wins: home team 1/away team 2
6
2
Draws: home team 1/away team 2
0
Stats based on the last 6 matches

Spain vs Argentina under/over prediction

There is a stark contrast in the way these nations’ matches have played out at this tournament. Whereas Spain have been recognizable by their resolute defending, Argentina’s brand has been attacking football. It so happens that most of Spain’s matches have resulted in low scores while Argentina’s have been high-scoring. Four of Spain’s seven outings at this tournament have produced under 2.5 goals, and that stretches to six matches in the last 10. Only two of Argentina’s last 10 matches have had under 2.5 goals, but they haven’t met a side as good defensively as Spain. None of the last four meetings between the two sides delivered under 2.5 goals. We could see a change here, as our prediction for Spain v Argentina is under 2.5 goals.

Our prediction

+2.5

Probability: 59.74%
Bet365
2.30
Spain Argentina
Spain stat Argentina
2.33
Average goals per game
3.83
2.17
Average goal scored
2.67
0.17
Goals conceded per match
1.17
50 %
Matches with -2.5 goals
17 %
50 %
Matches with +2.5 goals
83 %
2.67
Average goals home team 1/away team 2
3.67
2.17
Avg. goals home team 1/away team 2
2.83
0.5
Avg. goals conceded home team 1/away team 2
0.83
Stats based on the last 6 matches

Spain vs Argentina BTTS tips

Spain have had a special run at this tournament. They have only conceded one goal and haven’t trailed at all. Much was said about their attacking prowess, with a lot of focus on Lamine Yamal. That hasn’t yielded much, as Spain’s big story has come off their defensive acumen. Six clean sheets in seven matches at the World Cup stage is not a mean feat, and Spain will be gunning for one more. They have eliminated big names in Portugal, Belgium, and France, so facing Argentina will feel like a manageable job. Against those top dogs, Spain never seemed flustered defensively, and Luis de la Fuente looks like he can have a strategy to contain Lionel Messi. The Argentine wizard has been a top performer for the world champions, and it remains to be seen if he can have another top game against the best defence at this tournament. While Argentina carry a lethal attack into this game, they may struggle to break the Spanish defence. Our prediction is for at least one side not to score here.
Our prediction

Yes

Probability: 50%
Bet365
1.80
Spain Argentina
Spain stat Argentina
17 %
BTTS: Yes
83 %
17 %
BTTS: No, home team 1/away team 2
0 %
50 %
BTTS: Yes, home team 1/away team 2
83 %
Stats based on the last 6 matches

Spain vs Argentina prediction for World Cup match on 19/07/2026:

Based on our exclusive Wincomparator algorithm ⭐, here are the expected results for this match:

  • Spain win: 48.33% chance – best odds of 15 at Betfred.
  • Draw 16.35% chance – highest odds of 3.05 at 888Starz.
  • Argentina win: 35.32% chance – best odds of 67 at Betfred.

Spain vs Argentina Form

All Home Away
World Cup - 14 Jul
France
0-2
Spain
World Cup - 10 Jul
Spain
2-1
Belgium
World Cup - 06 Jul
Portugal
0-1
Spain
World Cup - 02 Jul
Spain
3-0
Austria
World Cup - 26 Jun
Uruguay
0-1
Spain
World Cup - 21 Jun
Spain
4-0
Saudi Arabia
World Cup - 10 Jul
Spain
2-1
Belgium
World Cup - 02 Jul
Spain
3-0
Austria
World Cup - 21 Jun
Spain
4-0
Saudi Arabia
World Cup - 15 Jun
Spain
0-0
Cape Verde Isl.
International Friendlies - 08 Jun
Spain
3-1
Peru
International Friendlies - 04 Jun
Spain
1-1
Iraq
World Cup - 14 Jul
France
0-2
Spain
World Cup - 06 Jul
Portugal
0-1
Spain
World Cup - 26 Jun
Uruguay
0-1
Spain
World Cup - 15 Nov
Georgia
0-4
Spain
World Cup - 07 Sept
Turkiye
0-6
Spain
World Cup - 04 Sept
Bulgaria
0-3
Spain
World Cup - 15 Jul
England
1-2
Argentina
World Cup - 11 Jul
Argentina
3-1
Switzerland
World Cup - 07 Jul
Argentina
3-2
Egypt
World Cup - 03 Jul
Argentina
3-2
Cape Verde Isl.
World Cup - 27 Jun
Jordan
1-3
Argentina
World Cup - 22 Jun
Argentina
2-0
Austria
World Cup - 11 Jul
Argentina
3-1
Switzerland
World Cup - 07 Jul
Argentina
3-2
Egypt
World Cup - 03 Jul
Argentina
3-2
Cape Verde Isl.
World Cup - 22 Jun
Argentina
2-0
Austria
World Cup - 16 Jun
Argentina
3-0
Algeria
International Friendlies - 09 Jun
Argentina
3-0
Iceland
World Cup - 15 Jul
England
1-2
Argentina
World Cup - 27 Jun
Jordan
1-3
Argentina
International Friendlies - 14 Nov
Angola
0-2
Argentina
International Friendlies - 14 Oct
Puerto Rico
0-6
Argentina
World Cup - 09 Sept
Ecuador
1-0
Argentina
World Cup - 05 Jun
Chile
0-1
Argentina

Head to Head: Spain vs Argentina H2H Stats

International Friendlies - 27/03/2018
Spain
6-1
Argentina

Spain vs Argentina betting odds

Results 9 markets
Half Time/Full Time
Result Bookmaker Odds Bonus
Team 1 (draw no bet)
Bookmaker X 2 Bonus
Bwin 1.68 1.98 £20 Betsson 1.75 2.00 €100
Team 2 (draw no bet)
Bookmaker 1 X Bonus
Bwin 1.58 2.15 £20 Betsson 1.66 2.14 €100
Winning Margin
Result Bookmaker Odds Bonus
Goals 10 markets
Last Team To Score
Bookmaker 1 No Goal 2 Bonus
Stake 1.84 8.40 2.36 €1000 1xbet 1.80 7.70 2.30 $200
Team 1 clean sheet
Bookmaker Yes No Bonus
BC Game 1.70 2.04 $4000 Betsson 1.66 2.05 €100
Team 2 clean sheet
Bookmaker Yes No Bonus
BC Game 2.30 1.57 $4000 Betsson 3.40 1.32 €100
Correct Score 1 markets
Correct Score
Result Bookmaker Odds Bonus
Goalscorers 5 markets
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