Spain Captain Rodri Calls 2026 World Cup Final Against Argentina 'The Game of Our Lives'

Two days ahead of the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, Spain's captain Rodri expressed confidence and excitement in an interview with AS. He described the upcoming match as the biggest moment of his career, calling it "the game of our lives." The Manchester City midfielder emphasized the team's mindset, saying, "I told the guys we need to want to win more than we fear losing. If we've made it this far, we can also win."

Rodri, who returned this season from a significant injury, shared that he prepared specifically for the tournament and now feels at his peak performance. Reflecting on their opponent, he noted that Argentina is a very different team from France, whom Spain defeated in the semifinals. He described Argentina as a collective, aggressive, and highly skilled team, stressing that Spain must be perfect both offensively and defensively to win.

Regarding Lionel Messi, Rodri advised keeping him away from the penalty area and being aggressive when he has the ball, acknowledging Messi's unpredictability but underscoring that Argentina is much more than one player. He also praised young talent Laimin Yamal for his ongoing development and dedication to the team, especially his off-ball work.

In closing, Rodri called on Spanish fans to unite behind the national team, highlighting football's power to bring people together and expressing hope to bring the trophy home and make history.