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Spain’s lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina has been revealed.

Unai Simon is in goal, with Pedro Porro, Paulo Cubarsi, Joan Laporte and Marc Cucurella making up the back four; Rodri is to anchor the midfield behind Fabian Ruiz and Dani Olmo; Lamina Yamal, Alex Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal feature in Spain’s front three.

Spanish defender Marc Cucurella arrives for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, the US on July 19, 2026. — AFP

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