Argentina have made three changes to the starting lineup for the 2026 World Cup final against Spain. Coach Lionel Scaloni chose to start Rodrigo De Paul, Nico González, and Gonzalo Montiel, benching Giuliano Simeone, Leandro Paredes, and Nahuel Molina.

Lionel Messi leads the lineup and will become the first man to start three World Cup finals. Argentina reached the final after defeating England 2-1 in the semifinal, with goals from Lautaro Martínez and Enzo Fernández.

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente made no changes to his team, repeating the lineup used for the 2-0 semifinal victory over France. This marks the first time the World Cup final is contested by the reigning champions of Europe and South America. Lamine Yamal and Messi are set to face off for the first time on the international stage.