NBA star Curry backs Argentina to beat Spain in World Cup final

Curry, while analysing the upcoming final, noted that the reigning World Cup champions’ “fate is in their hands”.

​By Kehinde Okeowo

​National Basketball Association (NBA) superstar, Steph Curry, has backed Lionel Messi-led Argentina to beat European champions, Spain, in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

​He tipped the reigning champions to lift the trophy for a second consecutive time in a comment quoted by All About Argentina on X.

​Argentina head to the tournament final after beating England’s Three Lions in the semi-final to book a place in the eagerly anticipated game.

​Spain, on the other hand, defeated pre-tournament favourites France 2-0 in the semi-final to qualify for the final.

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​When asked who he feels will lift the World Cup trophy on Sunday, Curry argued that it is difficult to go against Inter Miami star, Messi.

​He further noted that the fate of Lionel Scaloni’s men is in their own hands.

​Predicting who will win the final, the Golden State Warriors point guard said: ‘It’s hard to go against Messi.’

​Curry added: ‘It seems like fate is in their hands. Sunday is going to be fun.’