Spain vs Argentina Prediction 7/19/2026 World Cup Final Picks

In this article we will formulate a Spain vs Argentina prediction for this World Cup game on Sunday, July 19th at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this World Cup matchup.

Spain Betting Preview

Spain comes into this match after they defeated France by a score of 2-0 in the Semi-Finals. Spain scored in the 22nd minute on a penalty kick and added a second in the 58th minute for the win. Spain recorded 10 total shots, two shots on target, and had 51% of the possession in the game. Spain got goals from Oyarzabal and Porro, while three players had two total shots and Simon made three saves in the game. 

Spain finished first in Group H with seven points, which was four points ahead of Cape Verde and five points ahead of Uruguay. In group play, Spain drew Cape Verde 0-0, defeated Saudi Arabia 4-0, and defeated Uruguay 1-0, before beating Austria 3-0 in the Round of 32, Portugal 1-0 in the Round of 16, and Belgium 2-1 in the Quarter-finals. Spain has had goals from Oyarzabal (5), Merino (2), Porro (2), Baena, Ruiz, and Yamal, while Cucurella has two assists. Oyarzabal has led the team with 11 shots on target, while Simon has made 14 saves in the tournament. 

Argentina Betting Preview

Argentina comes into this match after they defeated England by a score of 2-1 in the last round. Argentina trailed 1-0 in the 55th minute, but they scored in the 85th minute and the second minute of stoppage time to escape with the win. Argentina recorded 15 total shots, five shots on target, and had 64% of the possession in the game. Argentina got goals from Fernandez and Martinez, while Fernandez had four total shots and Martinez made one save in the win. 

Argentina finished first in Group J with nine points, which was five points ahead of Austria and Algeria. In group play, Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0, defeated Austria 2-0, and defeated Jordan 3-1, before beating Cape Verde 3-2 in the Round of 32, Egypt 3-2 in the Round of 16, and Switzerland 3-1 in the Quarter-finals. Argentina has had goals from Messi (8), Martinez (3), Fernandez (2), Lo Celso, Martinez, Mac Allister, Alvarez, and Romero, while Messi has four assists. Messi has led the team with 19 shots on target, while Martinez has made nine saves in the tournament. 

Spain vs Argentina Prediction 

Argentina hasn’t looked great in the knockout rounds, but they continue to find ways to win and they are looking to repeat as champions. Argentina has allowed six goals in their last four matches, but they have scored 11 goals in that span. Spain has been elite defensively and made France very frustrated in their last game. Spain has scored at least two goals in three of their last four matches and I think that will continue against a questionable Argentinian defense. Take the over 2.5 goals here.

David Racey's Pick: Over 2.5