Follow for live updates on Argentina-Spain World Cup final Led by Lionel Messi, defending champion Argentina brought 26 players to the 2026 World Cup trying to become the first team to repeat since 1962.

Spain's World Cup-winning soccer team returned home on Monday and an estimated crowd of almost 2 million was on hand to greet the squad through the streets of Madrid. The 26 players and their coaching staff met with the country's royals,

Argentina were well beaten by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, but the defending champions were also battling against history in New Jersey.

Will Spain overcome defending champion Argentina in the World Cup final? Will Hill believes it's possible. Here's why.