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Kathmandu [Nepal], July 19 –<\/strong> Spain will face defending champions Argentina in the FIFA World Cup final on Monday with the 2010 champions aiming to secure their second world title in what promises to be one of the tournament’s toughest contests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kick-off is scheduled for 12:45 am local time on Monday. Spain enter the final with growing confidence after an impressive campaign that has been built on consistency, disciplined teamwork and tactical stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Spanish side’s belief has been strengthened by its UEFA Euro 2024 triumph an unbeaten run of 37 matches and a semi-final victory over France. Throughout the tournament Spain have remained committed to their possession based style refusing to alter their approach even in tightly contested knockout matches against Portugal and Belgium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spain have yet to trail at any stage during their seven World Cup matches highlighting the team’s defensive organisation and composure under pressure. Their back line has conceded only one goal in the tournament while midfielders Rodri and Fabi\u00e1n Ruiz have anchored a disciplined defensive structure supported by relentless pressing from the entire squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Spain face a formidable challenge against an Argentina side seeking to retain the World Cup title. Captain Lionel Messi has been in outstanding form throughout the tournament while forward Juli\u00e1n \u00c1lvarez has emerged as another major attacking threat with his movement finishing ability and tactical versatility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish players acknowledge that containing Messi alone will not be enough stressing that Argentina possess multiple match-winners capable of deciding the final. Despite the challenge Spain remain confident that their collective approach and tactical discipline can deliver another World Cup triumph, 16 years after lifting the trophy in South Africa.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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