EV Eagle has picked out four top betting angles for World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to its conclusion on Sunday as Spain and Argentina meet at MetLife Stadium with football's biggest prize on the line. Spain are bidding to lift the World Cup for the first time since 2010, while Argentina have the opportunity to retain the trophy they won in Qatar four years ago and become back-to-back world champions.
Both nations have been among the tournament's standout performers, but they have reached the final in contrasting fashion. Spain have overwhelmed opponents with their trademark possession football, relentless pressing and youthful exuberance, while Argentina have once again relied on tournament experience and Lionel Messi's ability to deliver in the biggest moments.
With two of the world's best footballing nations, two contrasting styles and several of the game's biggest stars sharing the pitch, all the ingredients are in place for a memorable World Cup final.
TIP 1: Lionel Messi - To Score Or Assist - 1pt
Best odds of 21/20 at Virgin Bet while publishing.
Lionel Messi has registered a goal contribution in eight of his last 10 appearances for Argentina and has been directly involved in a goal in every World Cup match so far. The Argentine captain has produced eight goals and four assists, making this his most productive World Cup campaign to date.
Everything Argentina create in the final third continues to flow through Messi, whether he is finishing moves himself or supplying teammates with chances. He was particularly dangerous against England, repeatedly delivering inviting crosses into the box while also creating opportunities from open play. With the World Cup trophy and Golden Ball on the line, it would be no surprise to see another decisive contribution from Argentina's talisman.
TIP 2: Mikel Oyarzabal - To Score Or Assist - 1pt
Best odds of 6/5 at Paddy Power while publishing.
Mikel Oyarzabal has recorded a goal contribution in six of his last 10 appearances for Spain and heads into the final as La Roja's leading scorer with five goals at this World Cup. The Real Sociedad forward has become Spain's focal point in attack, consistently finding dangerous positions inside the penalty area.
His shots on target record over his last 10 Spain appearances reads 1, 1, 1, 4, 0, 3, 1, 1, 3 and 2, underlining how regularly he tests opposition goalkeepers. Oyarzabal also remains Spain's designated penalty taker, giving this selection another avenue to land should the final produce a spot-kick.
TIP 3: Lamine Yamal - Over 2.5 Shots - 1pt
Best odds of 4/5 at SpreadEx at the time of writing.
Lamine Yamal has exceeded this line in seven of his last 10 appearances and remains one of Spain's most active attacking outlets. His World Cup shot totals of 0, 6, 3, 6, 1, 5 and 2 demonstrate the freedom he is given to shoot whenever space opens up, while he has averaged 4.18 shots per game during the tournament.
Only Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé have attempted more shots than Yamal among the tournament's standout attackers, highlighting just how central he is to Spain's offensive play. Whether cutting inside onto his left foot or testing goalkeepers from distance, Yamal rarely goes quiet for long.
TIP 4: Leandro Paredes - Over 1.5 Fouls Committed - 1pt
Best odds of 6/4 at Ladbrokes while publishing.
Leandro Paredes has cleared this line in each of his last two appearances and looks set for another busy evening against Spain's possession-heavy midfield. Rodri, Pedri and Fabián Ruiz have consistently drawn fouls throughout the knockout stages, combining for nine fouls won across those matches (Rodri 5, Fabián Ruiz 2, Pedri 2).
Spain's midfield trio excel at receiving the ball under pressure and forcing opponents into late challenges, while Paredes' combative style makes him one of Argentina's likeliest players to commit multiple fouls in an attempt to disrupt Spain's rhythm.
TIP 5: Spain - Win Market
Best odds of 27/20 at AK Bets while publishing.
Spain have won eight of their last 10 matches and arrive in the World Cup final on a run of six consecutive victories since their opening-game draw against Cape Verde. Their performance in the semi-final against France was arguably the most complete display of the tournament, controlling possession throughout and restricting one of the world's most dangerous attacks to very few clear-cut opportunities.
With Rodri dictating the tempo in midfield, Lamine Yamal providing constant attacking threat and a well-drilled defensive unit behind them, Spain deserve their status as favourites. If they replicate the intensity and control shown throughout the knockout rounds, they have every chance of lifting the World Cup trophy.
