Argentina vs Spain: A 2026 World Cup Final With Messi's Future Unresolved

Argentina, defending World Cup and Copa América champions, face European champions Spain in the July 19 final in New Jersey. Messi, 39, has eight tournament goals. Manager Scaloni hasn't discussed whether this is his last World Cup. Before the 2022 final, Messi hinted at retirement, then continued — leaving the question genuinely open.