With all eyes falling on the MetLife Stadium this weekend, the 2026 World Cup crown will be up for grabs when Spain and Argentina meet on Sunday night.Ahead of what is an iconic World Cup final showdown from New Jersey this weekend, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available.Verdict: Both teams to scoreBest Odds: 19/20Bookmaker: BetUSSpainStarting with Spain, since being crowned as European champions two years ago, La Roja have embarked on a remarkable run of form. Despite getting their World Cup adventure underway with an infamous 0-0 stalemate against debutants Cape Verde on June 15th, Luis de la Fuente’s squad have come roaring back in a dominant fashion. Sending pre-tournament favourites and fellow European giants France packing on Tuesday night as they secured an iconic 2-0 victory, Spain are riding a serious wave of momentum. In fact, the reigning European champions have won all of their previous six consecutive World Cup showdowns in North America. Likewise, de la Fuente’s men have also gained a reputation for their defensive grit. In fact, La Roja have remarkably conceded just a sole strike during their World Cup adventure this summer.Spain Team NewsOpening his World Cup account with a strike against Saudi Arabia on June 21st and regarded as a standout Ballon d’Or contender this season, Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal should play a leading role in the final third.While Arsenal star Mikel Merino might have proven to be Spain’s ultimate knockout stage hero this summer, the ex-Real Sociedad midfielder will likely settle for a spot on the bench. Completing a blockbuster switch to Real Madrid last month, now-former Chelsea ace Marc Cucurella will start at left-back.ArgentinaAs for Argentina, producing what was another all-time comeback on Wednesday night, Lionel Scaloni’s camp are now 90 minutes away from successfully defending their World Cup crown. Eventually sending England packing earlier in the week thanks to what was an astonishing 2-1 victory, the South American heavyweights have shown some serious mental resolve since getting their summer adventure underway last month. Despite controversially edging past Egypt on July 7th, Argentina have gained a reputation for their lively affairs in North America. Getting their knockout stage charge underway with an action-packed 3-2 win against Cape Verde on July 4th, Scaloni’s side are searching for some much-welcomed defensive grit. In fact, Argentina have failed to record a clean sheet from their previous four straight World Cup appearances.Argentina Team NewsOnce again proving to be Argentina’s ultimate saviour on Wednesday night and currently sat on eight World Cup goals so far this summer, eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi will lead Scaloni’s side out on Sunday night.Once again finding the net against England in midweek and now notching two goals in his previous three knockout stage appearances, Enzo Fernandez will start in the middle of the park. Despite dealing with a mild back issue earlier in the month, Cristian Romero will partner Lisandro Martinez at the back.Spain vs Argentina Key Factors to ConsiderWhen Spain and Argentina last met back in March 2018, La Roja stormed their way to an astonishing 6-1 romp at the Metropolitano.Spain have conceded just a single strike in their seven World Cup appearances so far this summer.Including another remarkable comeback against England on Wednesday, Argentina have won all of their seven World Cup showdowns in North America.Eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi has registered eight World Cup strikes so far this summer.Six of Argentina’s seven World Cup matchups this summer have finished with over 2.5 goals.ConclusionIn what promises to be an historic showdown from New Jersey on Sunday night, neutrals from across the globe will be hoping for a blockbuster affair. While Spain might have rightfully gained a reputation for their continued defensive grit in North America this summer, they will meet an Argentinian attack who have clicked into gear at a crucial time. Watching La Roja storm their way to a sensational 6-1 romp when they last met the reigning world champions for a friendly showdown back in March 2018, we could be treated to a record-breaking night from the MetLife Stadium.Verdict: Both teams to scoreBest Odds: 19/20Bookmaker: BetUSThe post Prediction: Spain vs Argentina appeared first on SoccerNews.