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19th Jul 26, 3:00 PM
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Spain vs Argentina Prediction: Will the World Cup final deliver drama?

Last updated 4 months ago by Ben Cronin
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Spain vs Argentina is played on 2026-07-19 in the World Cup Final, with kick-off at 19:00 UTC. This one feels tight, yet the model still expects a winner in 90 minutes. Oddspedia SmartBet lands on Double Chance: 12, meaning no draw, with a 76.85% probability. The odds imply 70.08%, so there’s a +9.66% positive expected value. With both teams on five straight wins, do you really want to rely on a stalemate?

Prematch Probabilities

Winner probabilities
ESP
44% Home
23% Draw
33% Away
ARG

SmartBet forecast correct: Home Winner

Correct Score probabilities
>3 3 2 1 0
10.1% 0.4% 3.5% 5.1% 3.9% 2.0% 6.0% 8.7% 6.5% 3.3% 7.0% 10.1% 7.4% 3.7% 4.1% 5.9% 4.3% 2.1% 6.1%
0 1 2 3 >3
Correct Score: 1-1

What does the Oddspedia community think?

Both Teams to Score: Yes
95%
20 of 21 Tips
B
+16
DraftKings
Lost
-115

The community is leaning hard towards Both Teams to Score: Yes at 1.95. It’s 20 votes from 21 picks, so the crowd clearly expects chances at both ends. Is that brave, or just sensible for a final with this much talent? Argentina have conceded in each of their last five matches, which supports the BTTS angle. Spain’s overall defence numbers look elite, but finals can get messy fast once the first goal lands. If you follow the crowd, BTTS: Yes is the clear consensus play.

Consensus

50
Total Goals: Over 6.5
100%
17 of 17 Tips
bet365
Best odds
+4000
Half Time / Full Time: Spain / Argentina
100%
10 of 10 Tips
bet365
Best odds
+3300
Correct Score: 1 : 1
100%
9 of 9 Tips
bet365
Best odds
+500
Total Goals: Over 1.5
100%
7 of 7 Tips
DraftKings
Best odds
-230
Correct Score: 2 : 3
100%
7 of 7 Tips
FanDuel
Best odds
+3500

Community Tips

566
-122.85
224 Tips
4 months ago
Spain - Argentina
Correct Score: 2 : 2
Lost
+1300
-641.72
809 Tips
4 months ago
Spain - Argentina
European Handicap: Tie Spain -1
Won
+270
0.00
4 months ago
Spain - Argentina
Full Time Result: Spain
Lost
+130
+93.28
185 Tips
4 months ago
Spain - Argentina
Full Time Result: Draw
Won
+200
+93.28
185 Tips
4 months ago
Spain - Argentina
European Handicap: Tie Spain -1
Won
+270
-429.86
814 Tips
4 months ago
Spain - Argentina
To Win From Behind: Argentina
Lost
+1800
-641.72
809 Tips
4 months ago
Spain - Argentina
Total Goals: Under 1
Won
+525
-394.09
485 Tips
4 months ago
Spain - Argentina
Both Teams to Score: Yes
Lost
-114
-429.86
814 Tips
4 months ago
Spain - Argentina
Correct Score: 4 : 4
Lost
+50000
0.00
4 months ago
Spain - Argentina
Correct Score: 0 : 0
Won
+650
W W W W W

Spain Form Analysis: Can they stay ice-cold?

Spain are flying with five straight wins and an unbeaten run of 17 matches. They average 1.90 goals from 16.30 shots, and they keep the ball well at 64% possession. The big eye-catcher is defence: only 0.10 goals conceded per match, which screams control. Mikel Oyarzabal leads the scoring with 5 goals in 7 games, so there is a clear finisher. Spain also beat Argentina 6-1 in 2018, and they’ve won the most recent H2H. Can they do it again on the biggest stage?

W W W W W

Argentina Form Analysis: Can they handle Spain’s press?

Argentina also arrive in top shape with five wins in a row and an even longer 14-match winning streak overall. They average 2.70 goals per match, and they hit 6.30 shots on target, so the attack is real. Lionel Messi has 4 goals and 4 assists in 7 appearances, which tells you how much runs through him. The worry is at the back: they concede 1.00 per match and have let in a goal in each of the last five. Can they outscore a Spain side that barely gives anything away?

Spain vs Argentina Stats

Spain vs Argentina Odds - Spain edge it, but it’s close

Bookmakers make Spain slight favourites at 2.47, with Argentina at 3.70 and the draw at 3.15, so nobody is running away with this. The Asian Handicap -0.25 is priced at 2.00, hinting at a narrow Spain lean, while +0.25 at 1.93 keeps Argentina well protected. For goals, Under 2.25 is favoured at 1.88 over Over 2.25 at 2.07, suggesting a tighter final than the star names imply.

Spain vs Argentina Odds
Spain De La Fuente, Luis
Argentina Scaloni, Lionel
4-1-2-3
U. Simon
23
P. Porro
23
P. Cubarsi
5
99' Substitute Out
A. Laporte
14
M. Cucurella
22
99' Substitute Out
Rodri
16
75' Substitute Out
D. Olmo
10
62' Substitute Out
F. Ruiz
8
L. Yamal
19
62' Substitute Out
M. Oyarzabal
21
75' Substitute Out
A. Baena
15
4-4-2
E. Martinez
23
58' Substitute Out
G. Montiel
4
70' Substitute Out
Yellow Card
C. Romero
13
44' Substitute Out
Yellow Card
L. Martinez
6
N. Tagliafico
3
70' Substitute Out
R. De Paul
7
Yellow Card Red Card
E. Fernandez
8
Yellow Card
A. Mac Allister
20
46' Substitute Out
N. Gonzalez
15
L. Messi
10
102' Substitute Out
J. Alvarez
9
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FAQ Spain vs Argentina

Who will win between Spain and Argentina?

The SmartBet model expects a winner in 90 minutes rather than a draw. Its top pick is Double Chance: 12 with a 76.85% probability. Spain are slight favourites on the 1X2 odds, but it looks very close overall.

What is the best bet for Spain and Argentina?

The data-backed SmartBet pick is Double Chance: 12 (no draw), rated 5/5 for confidence and showing +9.66% expected value. The community’s favourite is Both Teams to Score: Yes at 1.95, with 20 of 21 votes.

What is Oddspedia SmartBet?

Oddspedia SmartBet is a computer-model prediction that simulates match outcomes and turns them into probabilities. It also compares those probabilities to the odds to find value bets. Here, the model shows 76.85% versus 70.08% implied.

Where and when is the match played?

Spain vs Argentina is in the World Cup Final on 2026-07-19. Kick-off is set for 19:00 UTC. Check your local listings for the stadium and local start time, as broadcasts can vary by region.

Where to watch Spain vs Argentina?

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