Referees appointed for Argentina-Spain showdown at World Cup

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FIFA has appointed Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić to officiate the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.

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The world football governing body announced the match officials on its official X handle on Friday.

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The final battle will take place on Sunday.

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Vinčić will be assisted by fellow Slovenians Tomaž Klančnik and Andraž Kovačič as first and second assistant referees, respectively.

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Jordan’s Adham Makhadmeh has been named fourth official, while Mohammad Alkalaf will serve as reserve assistant referee.

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The final will be played at the 80,663-capacity New York New Jersey Stadium in USA, with kick-off scheduled for 3:00 p.m. local time (EDT).

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Spain booked their place in the final after beating France in the semi-final.

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Defending world champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, reached the title decider after knockout victories over Egypt, Switzerland and England.

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The match will be the 104th and final fixture of the expanded 48-team FIFA World Cup, with the winners crowned world champions.

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Argentina are seeking to retain the title they won in Qatar in 2022, while Spain are aiming to add another World Cup crown to their 2010 triumph.

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