Football fans are in for a treat as the highly anticipated 2026 Finalissima has finally been confirmed ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, find out more below about its date
The upcoming match will feature Copa America champions Argentina take on Euro 2024 winners Spain, two of football’s most successful nations.
Argentina vs Spain Finalissima 2026 schedule, date, time, tickets booking and venue details
🚨 BREAKING: Argentina vs Spain, Finalissima have been made official between the parties (AFA, RFEF) in the meeting tonight.
"More details on the organisation of the match will be announced in due course, says UEFA." pic.twitter.com/npaFsBD40k
— All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) May 16, 2025
🚨 BREAKING: Argentina vs Spain, Finalissima have been made official between the parties (AFA, RFEF) in the meeting tonight.
"More details on the organisation of the match will be announced in due course, says UEFA." pic.twitter.com/npaFsBD40k
— All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) May 16, 2025
🚨 "The Finalissima between Argentina and Spain will be played between March 26–31. The venue is still undecided. CONMEBOL is pushing for it to be held in South America, but the long trip for Europe-based players during the season makes it complicated — so the match might end up… pic.twitter.com/0b48vGXTWn
— All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) May 18, 2025
Aside from being just a friendly, the 2026 Finalissima will be a heavyweight clash featuring elite players and passionate fanbases.
Finalissima
The Finalissima, is officially called the CONMEBOL-UEFA Cup of Champions, and it is a one-off match between the most recent winners of South America’s Copa América and Europe’s UEFA Euro.
Argentina vs Spain Finalissima Preview
Ahead of the match, fans will be looking forward to Lionel Messi leading the squad that features a blend of experience and youth. Argentina is coming off their most recent Copa America 2024 win and marks another chapter in their dominance. As such, this upcoming fixture will serve as a chance to extend their reputation on a global stage.
Meanwhile, Spain currently has an exciting generation of talent, with teenage sensation Lamine Yamal in the frontline. Their recent Euro 2024 triumph showcased a resurgence in Spanish football, and their upcoming match against Argentina will serve as a platform to measure their progress against the world champions.
Argentina vs Spain Finalissima Tentative schedule
The upcoming match is currently slated to take place between March 23 and March 31, 2026. Notably, the match will align with the official FIFA international calendar, although the exact date hasn’t been confirmed. According to reports, both federations are working to finalize the details in the coming months.
CONMEBOL prefers hosting the match in South America, but there’s also a strong possibility it could return to Europe due to travel logistics during the middle of the club season. Tickets details will only be available after the match date, time and venue are confirmed.
Argentina vs Spain Finalissima venue
As of now, the organizers have not disclosed the official venue for the match between the two football giants. Officials are reportedly considering major international cities like London, Rome, and New York, to host the upcoming match. The organizers are looking to maximize the match’s global appeal and draw in a massive international audience. They will likely make the decision based on balanced logistics, fan access, and broadcast considerations.