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The World Cup final awaits, with Messi and defending champion Argentina set to face Spain
By Jayme Berezdivin at WSVN 7 News
· July 18, 2026
· 5 min read
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Lionel Messi rarely loses. Spain never loses. That’s been how things have worked in recent years, anyway. Soccer’s best player and soccer’s dominant team are set to collide Sunday in a World Cup final worthy of the sport’s grandest stage. Messi and Argentina will face a
Key takeaway For Spain, it’s a chance at a second World Cup title to go along with the one from 2010 and to cement itself as the unquestioned dominant force in the game right now.
Why this matters in The Miami
In Miami , home to a large and passionate Argentine community, particularly in Little Havana, the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain is likely to be a major event. Many residents will be gathering to watch the match, cheering on Messi and the Argentine team as they attempt to make history as back-to-back champions. The city's strong Latin American roots and vibrant soccer culture will be on full display, with fans from all over the city coming together to support their team. The match will also be closely watched in Miami's many Spanish-speaking communities, where soccer is a beloved sport and Messi is a revered figure. As the city's residents come together to watch the match, they will be united in their passion for the sport and their pride in their cultural heritage.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Lionel Messi rarely loses. Spain never loses. That’s been how things have worked in recent years, anyway. Soccer’s best player and soccer’s dominant team are set to collide Sunday in a World Cup final worthy of the sport’s grandest stage. Messi and Argentina will face a
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