The 2026 World Cup final will pit Spain against Argentina, the reigning European Champions against the reigning World Champions, for football’s ultimate glory.

England will feel hard done by to miss out on the final, as two late goals from the South American side turned things around in the blink of an eye.

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The first of which, scored by Enzo Fernandez, offered up some interesting tactical insight for Spain’s staff to consider.

The Three Lions, tired and heavy-legged near the 85th minute, sat back and allowed Argentina to work the space outside the box. And it proved to be their demise.

Lionel Messi’s side have scored five goals from outside the box, including the equaliser from their Chelsea superstar. No other side has registered more in a single World Cup.