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Spain reach World Cup 2026 final as England face Argentina for last spot

Spain secured their place in the World Cup 2026 final with a 2-0 win over France on Tuesday. England now face Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday for the right to meet them at MetLife Stadium on July 19.

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Spain reach World Cup 2026 final as England face Argentina for last spot
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Spain booked their place in the World Cup 2026 final by beating France 2-0 on Tuesday evening, setting up a showpiece occasion at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday, July 19. The second finalist will be decided on Wednesday when England take on Argentina in Atlanta.

The final kicks off at 8pm UK time (3pm ET / 12pm PT), with MetLife Stadium — the permanent home of the NFL’s New York Giants and New York Jets — providing one of the most iconic backdrops in world sport.

At 82,500 seats, MetLife Stadium is the largest venue in the NFL, though the capacity for the World Cup final has been capped at 78,576. The arena features a three-tier seating bowl that is entirely open-air, meaning both finalists will be exposed to the elements throughout the match.

Spain’s 2-0 victory over France on Tuesday confirmed their place in New Jersey, continuing what has been a dominant tournament for the reigning European champions. England and Argentina now contest the second semi-final on Wednesday evening, with the winner advancing to face Spain in the final.

The match will also feature a half-time show reported to last approximately 30 minutes, a decision FIFA has taken despite standard regulations governing the interval.

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