According to reports from Spanish outlet Marca, the highly anticipated Finalissima between Argentina and Spain could take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Lusail Stadium in Doha, Qatar — the same venue where Argentina won the 2022 World Cup after defeating France on penalties. However, the match has not yet been officially confirmed by either federation.

The game would mark a special return for Lionel Messi and the Albiceleste to the site of their greatest triumph. Argentina, current world and Copa América champions, is already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, while Spain continues its qualification campaign after defeating Georgia this weekend.

In recent months, several venues were considered for the Finalissima — including Miami (United States), Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), and Montevideo (Uruguay). Still, reports in Spain indicate that Doha’s Lusail Stadium has emerged as the frontrunner to host the clash between the champions of America and Europe, just months before the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Lionel Messi made MLS goal scoring history with Inter Miami.

Messi started for Inter Miami and scored two goals in their 4-0 win against Atlanta United. With his two goals, the Argentine became the first MLS player in history to produce 9 multi-goal matches in a regular season.

He had two goals against Montreal, two goals against Columbus, two against Montreal, two against New England, two goals against Nashville, two goals against New York, two against D.C. United, two against New York City and two against Atlanta United.