Spain vs Argentina Lineups, Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds

Spain vs Argentina Match Summary

This is the one every neutral in Mzansi will be glued to. Spain takes on Argentina in a World Cup final, with the biggest prize in football on the line.

Spain have no injury concerns and are expected to name the same side that started the semi-final win over France, peaking at precisely the right moment heading into the showpiece.

Argentina, the reigning champions, are chasing another World Cup triumph after a late comeback saw off England, with Lionel Messi still the heartbeat of their attack.

The head-to-head record stands at two wins apiece with two draws across their six recorded meetings, setting up a genuinely open final between two giants of the game.

Spain vs Argentina Form

La Roja have been in brilliant nick at this tournament, winning six of their last six FIFA World Cup matches. With Rodri screening in the engine room and Lamine Yamal buzzing wide, they get through games with the ball glued to their boots. This is a side that knows how to control a fixture from start to finish.

Argentina are stubborn and knows how to win when it matters. They have scored 2+ goals in seven of their last seven FIFA World Cup matches, and Messi remains the heartbeat, scoring or assisting in each of his last seven World Cup appearances. Never write off the champions when Messi is still pulling the strings.

Spain vs Argentina Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Spain: No injury or suspension concerns.

Argentina: No injury or suspension concerns

Spain

Spain have a clean bill of health and are expected to name the same side that started the semi-final win over France. Super sub Mikel Merino settles for a place on the bench, ready to make his mark later in the game.

Argentina

Argentina escaped any injuries or suspensions against England, and Lionel Scaloni is likely to name the same team that started the semi-final. Star man Lionel Messi will look to add to his seven goals and four assists on the grandest stage of all.

Spain vs Argentina Predicted Lineup

Spain

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: U. Simón; P. Porro, A. Laporte, P. Cubarsí, M. Cucurella; F. Ruiz, Rodri; L. Yamal, D. Olmo, Á. Baena; M. Oyarzabal

Argentina

Formation: 4-1-4-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: E. Martínez; N. Molina, C. Romero, L. Martínez, N. Tagliafico; L. Paredes; J. Alvarez, E. Fernández, A. M. Allister, L. Messi; G. Simeone

Spain vs Argentina Key Stats & Match Facts

• Spain have won 6 of their last 6 matches in the FIFA World Cup.
• Argentina have scored 2+ goals in 7 of their last 7 FIFA World Cup matches.
• Lionel Messi has scored or assisted in 7 of his last 7 FIFA World Cup appearances.
• Spain have seen over 2.5 goals in each of their last 4 meetings against Argentina in all competitions.
• Rodri has made 4+ tackles in 4 of his last 5 FIFA World Cup appearances.

Spain vs Argentina Prediction & Best Bets

Our prediction: Our prediction is a 2-1 win for Spain. La Roja are the favourites, they control games through the middle, and their attack has too much for Argentina over 90 minutes, but the champions will make them work for it. You can follow the Spain vs Argentina betting odds across the market on Oddschecker.

Best Bets

Spain to win against Argentina in the Win Market. Spain are the projected favourites with roughly a 50% implied probability, and given how they have controlled this tournament, backing the home side to get over the line reads as the value play here.

Over 2.5 goals to be scored in the match. The engine points to a high-scoring final with a projected total north of three and a half goals, and with over 2.5 carrying an implied probability near 69%, there is genuine value in the goals market staying open.

Spain vs Argentina Bet Builder

Our four-leg Spain vs Argentina bet builder tips back Lionel Messi and Mikel Oyarzabal to score anytime, Argentina to net over 1.5 goals, and Messi to grab over 0.5 assists in the final.

Messi to score anytime is the anchor. He has found the net in 5 of his last 7 World Cup outings and remains Argentina's biggest threat in front of goal.

Oyarzabal to score anytime makes sound sense. Spain's forward has recorded 1+ shots on target in 4 of his last 4 FIFA World Cup appearances and is the focal point of their attack.

Argentina over 1.5 team goals fits their scoring record, with the champions banging in 2+ goals in 7 of their last 7 FIFA World Cup matches.

The last leg has Messi over 0.5 assists. He has provided an assist in each of his last 3 FIFA World Cup appearances, making this a well-supported addition.

At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 41.0 and is as short as 23.0 elsewhere. That's a difference in potential winnings of R180 from the best to the worst price.

Bet builder odds correct at time of publishing.

Spain vs Argentina Talking Points

For the South African viewer, this is box-office football at its finest: a World Cup final between two heavyweights that any DStv Premiership follower will make a plan to catch. The subplot is compelling: Argentina, the reigning champions who beat England in a stunning semi-final comeback, now face a Spain outfit that has won 6 of their last 6 FIFA World Cup matches. Messi chasing yet more glory against a La Roja side with Spain vs Argentina best bets pointing squarely at goals is the kind of showdown that keeps you up past kick-off, whatever the hour.

Spain vs Argentina Predictions FAQs

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