{"id":1892,"date":"2026-07-17T14:03:19","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T20:03:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.tooniebet.ca\/ca\/?p=1892"},"modified":"2026-07-17T14:08:56","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T20:08:56","slug":"world-cup-final-odds-bets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.tooniebet.ca\/ca\/sports-betting-and-news\/world-cup-final-odds-bets\/","title":{"rendered":"Argentina vs. Spain analysis, odds, best bets and prediction"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And then there were two. After more than a month of non-stop football, we have made it to the World Cup final. The 104th match of this year\u2019s tournament pits&nbsp;<strong>Spain<\/strong>&nbsp;against&nbsp;<strong>Argentina<\/strong>. It all goes down Sunday at 3:00 p.m. ET, featuring not only the top two teams in the FIFA Rankings, but also the two reigning continental champions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spain, 2024 Euro champs, and Argentina, the 2022 World Cup and 2024 Copa Am\u00e9rica winners, will fight for their chance at immortality on the grandest stage of them all. It\u2019s the first time the reigning European and South American champions will meet in a World Cup final. Perhaps it was fate that these two sides would be the ones to do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"From baby pictures to WORLD CUP FINAL OPPONENTS - When Messi met Yamal | ESPN FC\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NeCf4OcpF28?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to bet on Argentina vs. Spain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tooniebet.ca\/ca\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Log in<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/tooniebet.ca\/ca\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">register<\/a>&nbsp;at ToonieBet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/tooniebet.ca\/ca\/sport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sports betting page<\/a>&nbsp;&gt; World Cup hub.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bet on the winner and player props, build SGPs, or bet live.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to live bet Argentina vs. Spain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigate to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/tooniebet.ca\/ca\/live-betting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">live sports page<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the match trackers, real-time odds and stats, and bet.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">World Cup final odds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Spain +140<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Draw +200<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Argentina +233<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Want to place legal bets on the World Cup final?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tooniebet.ca\/ca\/sports-betting-and-news\/how-does-sports-betting-work\/\">walks you through the ToonieBet sportsbook<\/a>, explaining odds, terms, bet types, tactics and more. Consider it your sports betting Starting XI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tooniebet.ca\/ca\/responsible-gaming\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"856\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.tooniebet.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Responsible-Gaming-Banner-Sports.webp\" alt=\"ToonieBet is invested in responsible gaming. Please play safe.\" class=\"wp-image-1232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.tooniebet.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Responsible-Gaming-Banner-Sports.webp 856w, https:\/\/blog.tooniebet.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Responsible-Gaming-Banner-Sports-300x70.webp 300w, https:\/\/blog.tooniebet.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Responsible-Gaming-Banner-Sports-768x179.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 856px) 100vw, 856px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spain\u2019s route to the World Cup final<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Finished 1st in Group H (7 points, 5-0)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Defeated Austria 3-0 in Round of 32<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Defeated Portugal 1-0 in Round of 16<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Defeated Belgium 2-1 in quarterfinal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Defeated France 2-0 in semifinal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spain defeated neighbours France 2-0 Tuesday afternoon and advanced to their second ever final on goals from&nbsp;<strong>Mikel Oyarzabal<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Pedro Porro<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">France was touted by many as the champions apparent, looking virtually unstoppable in all facets of their game up to the semifinal. \u201cLes Bleus\u201d overtook \u201cLa Roja\u201d early in the tournament as betting favourites and held that position until they were completely outclassed across the park by a much better Spain squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ferocious French attack led by&nbsp;<strong>Kylian Mbapp\u00e9<\/strong>&nbsp;was held scoreless and limited to just 0.31 expected goals and three shots on target by a Spanish defence that has still only conceded once all tournament. Although Spain themselves only managed two shots on goal, they were much more clinical, converting both to lift them into the final.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The defensive dominance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The story of Spain\u2019s summer has been on the defensive side of the ball. They wield the best defence in the competition and have not yet trailed in any of their matches. They\u2019ve been extremely difficult to break down, even by some of the world\u2019s most fearsome attacks. Thanks to the stellar goalkeeping of&nbsp;<strong>Unai Sim\u00f3n<\/strong>, who looks a formality to win this year\u2019s Golden Glove, Spain has secured six clean sheets and did not concede until the quarterfinal against Belgium.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Spanish back four of Porro,&nbsp;<strong>Pau Cubars\u00ed<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Aymeric Laporte<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Marc Cucurella&nbsp;<\/strong>have done their part, only allowing opponents 2.1 expected goals (0.3 per game), the best mark of any team in the competition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The midfield majesty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spain\u2019s emphasis on midfield domination continues to pay dividends at the business end of the World Cup. When with the ball, they sit third among this summer\u2019s competitors in average possession at 63.8% and won the possession battle against France at 51%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rodri<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Fabi\u00e1n Ruiz<\/strong>&nbsp;played exceptionally in the midfield with and without the ball. Together they combined to complete 114 of 133 pass attempts (86%), moving the ball with composure and forcing gaps in the French defence for dangerous balls into the final third. When without the ball, they held firm in their defensive shape and hunted the French players in packs to turn over possession, which ultimately was the key to the midfield battle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The French buildup from midfielders&nbsp;<strong>Adrien Rabiot<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Aur\u00e9lien Tchouam\u00e9ni<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Manu Kon\u00e9<\/strong>&nbsp;was rendered obsolete in large part because of Rodri and Ruiz\u2019s work rate out of possession, collectively winning 17 of 23 duels in the middle third. They smothered the French attack at every opportunity and were far and away the better midfield unit on the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The adequate attack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the top end of the pitch, the Spanish attack has answered when called upon to produce goals.&nbsp;<strong>Mikel Oyarzabal<\/strong>&nbsp;leads the Iberians with five goals, including a first half penalty last time out, putting him three ahead of supersub&nbsp;<strong>Mikel Merino<\/strong>&nbsp;and wing back Porro. Young phenom&nbsp;<strong>Lamine Yamal<\/strong>&nbsp;found the scoresheet in Spain\u2019s second group match against Saudi Arabia and notably has yet to add to his tally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Barcelona winger had been nursing a hamstring injury sustained during the club season but has started every match except for the opener versus Cabo Verde. Although he has not impacted the World Cup with his goalscoring abilities as much as many had hoped, he has made his mark in other aspects of the game, giving defensive wingbacks problems all tournament with his neat footwork and sharp football understanding. Yamal earned his side the decisive penalty against France after reacting first to a loose ball in the 18-yard box and drawing illegal contact from French left back&nbsp;<strong>Lucas Digne<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He will be hungry for his second World Cup goal, but beyond that he represents an everlasting threat on the wing and can change the game at any moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spain\u2019s predicted XI (4-2-3-1)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sim\u00f3n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Porro, Cubars\u00ed, Laporte, Cucurella<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rodri, Ruiz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yamal, Olmo, Baena<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oyarzabal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">13\/14 of the last men\u2019s and women\u2019s Euros and World Cups have been won by the team who played their semifinal first. <br><br>Advantage Spain\u2026? \u265f\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/WHEqS7eNFS\">pic.twitter.com\/WHEqS7eNFS<\/a><\/p>&mdash; B\/R Football (@brfootball) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/brfootball\/status\/2077785707351835014?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 16, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Argentina\u2019s route to the World Cup final<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Finished 1st in Group J (9 points, 8-1)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Defeated Cabo Verde 3-2 AET in Round of 32<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Defeated Egypt 3-2 in Round of 16<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Defeated Switzerland 3-1 AET in quarterfinal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Defeated England 2-1 in semifinal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Argentina left it late once again, but managed to progress to their second successive World Cup final and their seventh in history, staging yet another comeback against England 2-1 Wednesday afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lionel Messi<\/strong>&nbsp;assisted on both of Argentina\u2019s scores after falling behind in the second half, the first of which came in the 85th minute through an&nbsp;<strong>Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez<\/strong>&nbsp;effort from outside the box. The second followed soon after by a close range header from an unmarked&nbsp;<strong>Lautaro Mart\u00ednez<\/strong>. England, who haven\u2019t reached the World Cup final since they won the competition in 1966, missed yet another opportunity to play for the title. They grabbed the lead shortly after the second half kickoff via&nbsp;<strong>Anthony Gordon<\/strong>\u2019s first World Cup goal, but the \u201cThree Lions\u201d allowed \u201cLa Albiceleste\u201d the time and space to pressure the England net and eventually find the crucial equalizer and winning goals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the end of the day, all that matters is advancing, so Argentina won\u2019t care how they\u2019ve gone about it. Emphatic comebacks and late drama in the knockouts are nothing new to this team. The South Americans played Cabo Verde and Switzerland into extra time in the Round of 32 and quarterfinals respectively and faced an unprecedented upset elimination trailing by two goals against Egypt late in the Round of 16.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They haven\u2019t looked all that convincing in the past few matches, especially on the defensive end, but somehow have managed to find ways to win. This is a team that doesn\u2019t know when they\u2019re beat, and that makes them a dangerous opponent, even for the world\u2019s top teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Messi margin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lionel Messi<\/strong>&nbsp;is the engine and inspiration of this team. At 39, he leads all players with 12 goals and assists so far, and his eight goals are good enough for joint-first in the Golden Boot race with Mbapp\u00e9. If the tournament were to end today, the Argentine would win it on assists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, Messi holds the record for goals scored at the World Cup with an astounding 21 to date. In Wednesday\u2019s contest he led the comeback with his poised demeanor and elite football brain, orchestrating an all out attack against the defensive-minded England. He stepped up when his country was against the ropes and proved once again why he is considered the greatest player ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Outside of Messi, Argentina\u2019s attack features other playmakers who will no doubt pose a scoring threat against Spain. The aforementioned Lautaro Martinez started the first four matches for Argentina at striker but has since been used as a substitute. The Inter Milan marksman has scored in back-to-back matches coming off the bench, including the stoppage-time winner versus England; he now sits on three goals for the tournament.&nbsp;<strong>Juli\u00e1n Alvarez<\/strong>&nbsp;represents another fine option up front for manager&nbsp;<strong>Lionel Scaloni<\/strong>, and has started the past three matches in place of Martinez at the striker role.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\udc49 Before Leo Messi, the World Cup record holders were:<br>\ud83c\udde9\ud83c\uddea Most goals \u2014 Miroslav Klose.<br>\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddf7 Most assists \u2014 Diego Maradona.<br>\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddf7 Most goal contributions \u2014 Pel\u00e9.<br>\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddf7 Most dribbles \u2014 Diego Maradona.<br>\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddf7 Most chances created \u2014 Diego Maradona.<br>\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddf7 Most goal contributions in the knockout\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/coX9ta0LIo\">pic.twitter.com\/coX9ta0LIo<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Football Tweet \u26bd\uea00 (@Footballtweet) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/Footballtweet\/status\/2077813176083898475?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 16, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The middle men<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like Spain, Argentina is a possession-minded squad and have kept the ball for 60.7% of their game minutes, sixth best among all teams this summer. Midfielders Fern\u00e1ndez and&nbsp;<strong>Leandro Paredes<\/strong>&nbsp;sit at the heart of the Argentine buildup and play crucial roles in their country\u2019s success with the ball. When Paredes is on the field, he is used primarily as a holding mid. Originally an injury doubt to start the match against England he put in an excellent shift, completing 68 of 70 passes (and averaging 111.9 accurate passes per 90 mins for the tourney) and winning 6 of 9 duels in the middle third.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paredes\u2019s more offensive-minded counterpart, Fernandez, has excelled in the attacking midfield role and played every single minute of each match except for the missed dead rubber group stage fixture against Jordan. He capped off his string of strong performances with perhaps his best game this tournament against England, scoring a stunning equalizer deep in the second half with a curled effort from long range, completed a staggering 82 of 84 passes and leading all players in touches with 104.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The defensive deficiencies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cLa Albiceleste\u201d have dominated their opponents in the front two thirds of the pitch, but the defensive third has let them down this summer. They have had a plethora of issues to sort out at the back all tournament, keeping just two clean sheets and averaging one conceded goal per match, and their struggles in the knockout rounds left them far too close to elimination for comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This was likely a point of emphasis for the back line headlined by&nbsp;<strong>Cristian Romero<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Lisandro Mart\u00ednez<\/strong>&nbsp;heading into the semifinal, as England are a side that\u2019s well capable of punishing defences when opportunities arise. Outside of the Gordon goal in the second half, the Argentine defence conceded just 0.14 expected goals and one shot on target. The game script lent well to this statistic given that England switched to an ultra defensive mindset after taking the lead. Regardless, they responded well to those critical of their defensive performances to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, veteran goalkeeper&nbsp;<strong>Emiliano Mart\u00ednez<\/strong>&nbsp;will look to make an impact for his country with a third clean sheet of the tournament, but that\u2019s easier said than done. In seven matches he has prevented 1.49 fewer goals than expected, so he will need a strong showing in the final to turn this figure on its head.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Argentina predicted XI (4-1-2-1-2)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>E. Mart\u00ednez<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Molina, Romero, Li. Mart\u00ednez, N. Tagliafico<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paredes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>De Paul, Mac Allister<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fern\u00e1ndez<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Messi, Alvarez<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/hashtag\/FIFAWorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#FIFAWorldCup<\/a> Final state of mind  \ud83c\udfd9\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/anJluCTyYw\">pic.twitter.com\/anJluCTyYw<\/a><\/p>&mdash; FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/FIFAWorldCup\/status\/2077860831912734789?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 16, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">World Cup final best bets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spain first goal (-118)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the 3-way moneyline, Spain is a slight favourite to win the match and thus the favourite to nab the first goal. Coupled with Argentina\u2019s vulnerability at the back against weaker opposition, this one seems a good fit. (Pro tip: The team that scores first has lifted the trophy 13 out of 21 times, 62%.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Messi to score or assist (-125)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everything flows through Messi one way or another, as indicated by his 12 goal contributions this tournament. He has won this market seven out of seven matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yamal to score or assist (+120)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The plus money on this bet appeals to many looking for Lamine to make an impact at the close of an otherwise quiet tournament. Grabbing the assist adds a safety net. He will be matched up against Nicolas Tagliafico on the wing, who has looked shaky at times dealing with opposition wingers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1H Draw (+108)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spain have played to three first half draws in this World Cup while Argentina have one. I expect a \u201cfeeling out period\u201d early coupled with Argentina\u2019s penchant for late goals. With both teams looking to avoid any unnecessary risks in the opening stages, this plus money option is a fine one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cristian Romero to be booked (+120)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Romero is known to play with aggression and physicality. He will want to lay down a marker that nothing will come easily past the Argentina defensive shape. If it comes down to a professional foul to slow the play down late and allow Argentina to group, leave it to \u201cCuti\u201d to take one for the team.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Penalty in the match? &#8211; Yes (+180)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the VAR age, any contact in the box is heavily scrutinized. There has been a penalty in the final of the past two editions of the World Cup final and three of the past six. At another plus money payout this is worth a small investment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">World Cup final prediction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spain are ultimately the better team and their tactical structure plays a large hand in this. They have proven time and time again how difficult it is to break their defensive block. This tournament the Spanish goalkeeper and defenders are playing with much better form than their Argentine counterparts, and as they say defence wins championships. Both sides are well capable of scoring goals and as long as Messi is on the field for his country they can never be counted out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In what should be an entertaining final of the world\u2019s greatest competition, I see&nbsp;<strong>Spain winning 1-0<\/strong>&nbsp;in a low-scoring encounter and dethroning the champions for their second world title.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Photo illustration by Jacob Avers.<br>Images courtesy AP Photo\/Rebecca Blackwell (2), Lynne Sladky, David J. Phillip,<br>Gareth Patterson, Tony Gutierrez via Canadian Press Images.<br>Stats courtesy Opta via&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/fotmob.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fotmob.com<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/sofascore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sofascore.com<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The content is provided for general informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute betting advice, financial advice, or a recommendation to place any wager. Odds are subject to change. Sports wagering involves risk, and there is no guarantee of success or profit. For Ontario residents, participation in regulated online gaming is restricted to individuals 19 years of age or older. Please play responsibly. 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