Everything is ready for the final act of the 2026 World Cup. Argentina and Spain will face off in a historic final, a duel that promises spectacle and emotion until the last second.
FIFA organized a special event as part of Fanatics Fest in New York, where the coaches and footballers of Argentina and Spain answered questions from big names in world sports, such as Tom Brady, Novak Djokovic, Kevin Durant and Rio Ferdinand, in front of a packed audience.
However, the event was not without controversy. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente left in frustration, considering the event an excessive promotion in favor of Lionel Messi and Argentina. The organization of the press conferences also caused debate. While Spain respected protocol by introducing the coach and captain at the official press conference, Lionel Messi spoke only at the paid event, while Lionel Scaloni and Emiliano Martínez arrived about 40 minutes late for the traditional press conference.
Despite the controversy, the atmosphere remained festive. World sports stars discussed with the protagonists of the final the pressure of big matches, the challenges of success and the emotions that accompany the battle for the most important trophy in football.
A unique event, which rarely brought together some of the most emblematic sports figures of the last 20 years. Once again, the USA shows that it cannot separate sports activities from entertaining shows for the public.
