How to watch the World Cup final: Argentina vs. Spain time, channel, what to expect and more

World CupHow to watch the World Cup final: Argentina vs. Spain time, channel, what to expect and moreHere’s what to know ahead of the World Cup final as Argentina and Spain meet at MetLife Stadium. Learn more about where to watch, what to expect, when the match kicks off and more.Add NBC News to GoogleSteve Kornacki breaks down World Cup final05:41Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJuly 19, 2026, 5:00 AM EDTBy NBC NewsAfter more than a month of nearly daily soccer matches, the World Cup final is here. Subscribe to read this story ad-freeGet unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.Argentina, the defending champions, face off against Spain, the reigning champions of Europe, in a showdown for the sport’s ultimate prize. Here’s what you need to know about the potentially epic showdown that’ll feature Argentina’s Lionel Messi, arguably the greatest of all time, against his presumed successor in Lamine Yamal. Where can you watch the World Cup in the U.S.?World Cup coverage in the U.S. can be found on Fox and FS1 for English speakers. Spanish-language broadcasts will be hosted on Telemundo and Universo.Where can you stream the World Cup?The World Cup can be streamed directly on Fox ONE for English speakers and Peacock for Spanish speakers.What time does the final start?The match starts at 3 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey,ShareAdd NBC News to GoogleNBC NewsNBC News