Spain vs Argentina: FIFA World Cup preview, head-to-head & prediction
Spain meet Argentina in FIFA World Cup, with kick-off on Sunday 19 July 2026 at 19:00 UTC. Here's the head-to-head record, how both sides are shaping up and what to expect — all from SportScore's live data.
Head-to-head
The two sides have met 5 times. Spain have won 3, Argentina 2, with 0 draws.
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Mar 2018 | International Friendly | Spain 6–1 Argentina |
| 07 Sep 2010 | International Club Friendly | Argentina 4–1 Spain |
| 14 Nov 2009 | International Club Friendly | Spain 2–1 Argentina |
| 11 Oct 2006 | International Club Friendly | Spain 2–1 Argentina |
| 28 Nov 2003 | FIFA U20 World Cup | Argentina 2–1 Spain |
Recent form
Spain are in excellent form — W W W W W from their last 5 (W5 D0 L0).
- W v France (2–0)
- W v Belgium (2–1)
- W v Portugal (1–0)
- W v Austria (3–0)
- W v Uruguay (1–0)
Argentina are in excellent form — W W W W W from their last 5 (W5 D0 L0).
- W v England (2–1)
- W v Switzerland (4–2)
- W v Egypt (3–2)
- W v Cabo Verde (4–3)
- W v Jordan (3–1)
What to expect
There's little between them on recent form, and history slightly favours Spain, who have the edge in this fixture over the years. Fine margins should decide it.