Argentina Declared Two-Time Finalissima Champions After Spain Match Cancellation
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Dominguez Declares Walkover Victory
The scheduled showdown between the Copa America champions, Argentina, and the Euro winners, Spain, has been officially called off. Following unsuccessful attempts to reach an agreement on a venue and date, South American football’s governing body has taken a firm stance, claiming the trophy should remain in Buenos Aires.
“If we apply walkover, Argentina is two-time champion of the Finalissima. You have to believe it. The neighbor’s grass is not so green,”
Alejandro Dominguez, CONMEBOL President
Spain’s Coach Responds
Luis de la Fuente, the coach of Spain’s national team, responded to Dominguez’s comments during a press conference announcing his squad for upcoming friendly matches.
“The disposition has been to play it. We have always been positioned to play the game. The Royal Spanish Football Federation has tried by all means to play this match,”
Luis de la Fuente, Spain’s National Team Coach
Spain Secures Alternative Fixtures
With the Finalissima cancelled, Spain has arranged friendly matches against Serbia on March 27th and Egypt on March 31st to maintain match rhythm ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Argentina’s Friendly Plans Complicated
Initial plans for Argentina to play a friendly against Guatemala have been complicated by a FIFA regulation restricting intercontinental transfers during the same window. The Argentine Football Association (AFA) is expected to announce new opponents for two friendly matches, potentially against African teams, to be played at La Bombonera on March 27th and 31st.
“We are working so that our captain can say goodbye in our country as it should be,”
Claudio Tapia
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Finalissima? The Finalissima is a match between the champions of the Copa America and the UEFA European Championship.
- Why was the match cancelled? The match was cancelled due to a failure to agree on a venue and date between CONMEBOL and UEFA.
- What has Alejandro Dominguez said about the cancellation? Dominguez has declared Argentina two-time champions if a walkover is applied.