Spain and Argentina will meet in the 2026 World Cup final looking to conquer the most prestigious trophy in the sport, but the match is also a victory for Barcelona’s iconic academy as nine La Masia graduates are set to feature at MetLife Stadium.
La Masia’s storied reputation speaks for itself, widely regarded as the best youth academy in world soccer. For decades, Barcelona have produced world-class talents that have either helped form the greatest sides in club history or gone on to thrive outside of Catalonia.
