The Finalissima which will face Spain, European champion, and Argentina, American champion, will finally be played on March 27 at the Lusail stadium in Qatar, which hosted the final of the last 2022 World Cup.
CONMEBOL and UEFA, as well as the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) and the Argentine Association (AFA), They confirmed this Thursday the place and date of the meeting, which will begin at 9:00 p.m. local time (7:00 p.m. CET/6:00 p.m. GMT).
Presented as part of a close collaboration between UEFA and CONMEBOL, The Finalissima brings together the best national teams from Europe and South America and Argentina, current world champion, who won the first edition of the competition under its current name in 2022, after beating Italy (3-0) at Wembley Stadium in London.
It will be the first time that the Spanish team fights for this title, of which three editions have been contested. The first in 1985 and 1993 under the name of Artemio Franchi Cup and that France and Argentina were rewarded.
Spain will enter the duel against Lionel Scaloni’s team not only as the reigning European champion, but also as number one in the FIFA rankings. precisely in front of the South American team.
The last official duel between the two teams dates back to March 2018, when they faced each other in friendly match in Madrid with a 6-1 victory for Spain.
The two teams have met 14 times, with a result of six wins for each and two draws.
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin highlighted that “the Finalissima brings together two continental champions in one of football’s most prestigious events, highlighting the true of this sport and the lasting bond between our confederations.”“We look forward to a memorable evening of high-level football and celebrations,” he added.
“This iconic match is more than a competition; it is a symbol of cooperation and respect between confederations, and an opportunity for fans to enjoy a truly historic event,” said CONMEBOL President Alejandro Domínguez of Paraguay.
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani, Minister of Sports and Young people and President of the Local Organizing Committee,He assured that “Qatar is proud to host this prestigious match between two champions”.
“We have a history of organizing sporting events world-class, in which we deliver an exceptional experience to fans, followers and media. The celebration of Finalissima 2026 once again demonstrates the confidence that our partners continue to place in Qatar,” he stressed.
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