The ‘Finalissima’ clash between Euro 2024 winners Spain and world champions Argentina, set to take place on March 27 in Qatar has been cancelled, UEFA said on Sunday. “It is a source of great disappointment to UEFA and the organisers that circumstances and timing have denied the teams of the chance to compete for this prestigious prize in Qatar,” said UEFA in a statement. The Finalissima pits the latest Copa America winners against the European championship winners, with Argentina winning the inaugural edition by beating Italy in 2022 at Wembley Stadium in London. Argentina captain Lionel Messi lifted the World Cup with his country in Qatar later that year. “As a result, and to UEFA’s regret, this edition of the Finalissima has been cancelled,” added UEFA.

Source: Punch March 15, 2026 17:56 UTC