World Cup Final Set
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final is confirmed as a matchup between Argentina and Spain.
12026 World Cup Preview
Messi vs. Yamal: The 2026 World Cup Final Showdown
The Dan Le Batard Show previews the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final between Argentina and Spain, highlighting the clash between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal.
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Messi Leads Argentina
Lionel Messi, described as the greatest player in the history of the sport, will lead Argentina in the final.
2Yamal Leads Spain
Spain will be led by up-and-coming superstar Lamine Yamal, whom Messi once christened himself.
2England's Collapse
The episode recaps how England collapsed against Argentina during the tournament.
3Spain Defeats France
Spain shut down France's lethal attack in their path to the final.
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“How does Lamine Yamal's style compare to Lionel Messi's?”
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The Final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set, and it is an absolute date with destiny.
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The greatest player in the history of the sport, Lionel Messi, will lead his Argentina into battle against Spain, led by up-and-coming superstar Lamine Yamal, whom Messi once christened himself.
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Before previewing that game, Mike is joined by Will Gavin and Tom Bogert to recap how England collapsed against Argentina and how Spain shut down France's lethal attack.
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