Romero has been one of Argentina's standout performers during the tournament. The 27-year-old scored a crucial late equaliser in the Round of 16 against Egypt, sparking a remarkable comeback as Argentina recovered from 2-0 down to win 3-2
Argentina defender Cristian Romero has delivered an emotional message to teammates and supporters ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, saying the reigning champions are ready to defend their title "until the very last day" when they face Spain at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday (local time).
The Tottenham Hotspur centre-back shared a photograph of the entire Argentina squad on X, highlighting the unity that has driven Lionel Scaloni's side to a second successive World Cup final.
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"Once again, defending these colours until the very last day. How beautiful it is to be part of this amazing family. Behind every training session, every effort, and every step, there is something that makes us stronger: this incredible group and a family that chose to journey together," Romero wrote.
He also thanked supporters, adding: "Thank you to all the Argentines who, wherever you may be, will be with us and cheering us on tomorrow. All together once more. Let's go Argentina!"
Romero has been one of Argentina's standout performers during the tournament. The 27-year-old scored a crucial late equaliser in the Round of 16 against Egypt, sparking a remarkable comeback as Argentina recovered from 2-0 down to win 3-2. He has also formed a solid defensive partnership with Lisandro Martínez throughout the competition.
Argentina booked their place in the final after a dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the semi-finals. Enzo Fernández restored parity before Lautaro Martínez scored a stoppage-time winner to send the defending champions into their seventh FIFA World Cup final.
Scaloni's side enter the showpiece on a 14-match winning streak, equalling the longest run by a South American national team. They are aiming to become the first nation since Brazil in 1962 to successfully retain the FIFA World Cup.
Spain, however, arrive in equally impressive form. The European champions have conceded just one goal in seven matches and became the first men's team to keep six clean sheets in a single edition of the FIFA World Cup.
After beginning their campaign with a goalless draw against Cape Verde, Luis de la Fuente's side have recorded six consecutive victories over Austria, Portugal, Belgium and France to reach their first World Cup final since winning the tournament in 2010.
Spain are also unbeaten in 37 matches and could set a new record for the longest unbeaten run by a European men's national team with victory over Argentina.
With both sides having won six meetings each, alongside two draws, the World Cup final promises to be a closely contested battle between the reigning Copa América champions and the reigning European champions.
Published: 19 Jul 2026, 03:46 pm IST
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