Messi's Moment: What's at Stake in Sunday's World Cup Final The World Cup final is always a spectacle, but this year's matchup between Argentina and Spain has all the makings of a truly historic event.
Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time, will lead his team into battle on Sunday against a Spanish side that has been quietly building momentum throughout the tournament.
Argentina's impressive 7 0 0 record and their status as the only unbeaten and untied team left in the competition make them the favorites to win.