Frank Leboeuf, the former Chelsea player, anticipates a one-sided victory for Spain as they face Lionel Messi’s Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final. Leboeuf believes Spain will emerge victorious with a score of 4-0.
Spain has been formidable throughout the tournament, conceding only one goal while scoring 13 across seven games. Their path included wins against Saudi Arabia, Uruguay, Austria, Portugal, Belgium, and a 2-0 semifinal victory over France. Mikel Merino has proven to be a vital asset, providing key goals during the knockout stages.
Argentina’s journey has been marked by resilience and dramatic comebacks. They overcame deficits to beat Cabo Verde, Egypt, Switzerland, and England. Despite Lionel Messi’s impressive individual performance of eight goals and four assists, Leboeuf remains unconvinced that they can overcome the Spanish defense.
Speaking on ESPN UK, Leboeuf explained his forecast: I am sorry, but I see a large margin here. I predict a 4-0 Spanish win. While I respect Argentina, Spain’s ability to force opponents to open up makes them dangerous. If Spain draws first blood, Argentina will be forced to attack, leaving them vulnerable to counterattacks.
Spain is now chasing its second World Cup title since 2010. Conversely, Argentina seeks its fourth championship, following previous wins in 1978, 1986, and 2022.
