Lionel Messi's, Argentina's World Cup Final History Ahead Of Sunday's Final

Argentina will face Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, July 16, 2026, marking their second consecutive World Cup final appearance after winning the title in 2022. Lionel Messi, now 39 years old, became the tournament's all-time leading goalscorer during Argentina's run, which included four consecutive comeback wins. Argentina are seeking their fourth World Cup title overall, having previously won in 1978, 1986, and 2022, with the final featuring a headline matchup between Messi and 19-year-old Spanish star Lamine Yamal.