The 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina was scoreless at halftime, following a tense and highly competitive first 45 minutes in New York, New Jersey.
Spain appeared to be the more aggressive team during the first half and came closest to scoring. Lamine Yamal created an early chance, but Argentina’s goalkeeper, Emiliano “Dibu” Martinez, made the necessary save to keep the game tied.
Argentina’s Lisandro Martinez received a yellow card from referee Slavko Vincic after committing a foul on Spain’s Mikel Oyarzabal at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Spain and Argentina, held at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.
Defending champions Argentina, led by captain Lionel Messi, are seeking to become the first team in 64 years to successfully retain the World Cup title. Meanwhile, Spain is pursuing its second world championship, 16 years after winning the trophy for the first time in <a href="https://absafricatv.com/botswanas-visa-fifa-world-cup-competition-winners-set-off-to-south-africa/” title=”Botswana’s Visa FIFA World Cup Competition Winners Set Off To South Africa”>South Africa.
Lionel Messi had a relatively quiet first half, although Spain is well aware that the Argentina captain has the ability to change the course of the game at any moment.
With the score still locked at 0-0, an intriguing second half is anticipated as both teams continue their pursuit of the World Cup title.
