Spain is one step away from being crowned world champion for the second time in men’s soccer, but must overcome Lionel Messi’s relentless Argentina to turn dreams into reality on Sunday.
Following its surprise stumble against Cabo Verde in its Group H opener, Spain has been flawless en route to the showpiece event. Its most recent victory was the highlight of an excellent World Cup campaign as Luis de la Fuente’s team dismantled a swashbuckling France in the semifinals.