Spain and Argentina are under way in the World Cup final, with the champions of Europe facing the champions of South America in New York/New Jersey. The match brings together two of international football’s biggest powers on the sport’s biggest stage.
A major storyline is Lionel Messi’s pursuit of a second World Cup triumph in a row. With Argentina back in another final, attention is firmly on whether the veteran star can help guide his country to yet another title.
According to the live match updates, kickoff arrived more than six minutes later than scheduled. After the delay, the teams emerged from the tunnel and the final finally began.
The occasion has been billed as a heavyweight clash between two continental title holders, adding extra significance to an already historic meeting. With the game now in progress, the focus shifts fully to whether Spain can add the world crown to its European success or Argentina can deliver again on the biggest stage.
