Argentina and Spain have qualified for the FIFA World Cup final, which is scheduled to take place this Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The match follows two semifinal victories that determined the pairing for the championship game.
Argentina advanced to the final following a victory in their semifinal match, sparking large-scale celebrations in Buenos Aires. The team features veteran captain Lionel Messi, who is seeking a second consecutive World Cup title for his country.
Spain reached the final led by young forward Lamine Yamal. The European side enters the match after a tournament run that concluded with a semifinal win earlier this week. The final represents the first time these two nations have met in a World Cup championship game.
The event will be held at MetLife Stadium. Local organizers and FIFA officials are preparing for the conclusion of the tournament, which has featured 32 teams competing across North America.