Argentina Lineup vs. Spain: Is Lionel Messi Playing Today?

Yes. Lionel Messi is likely to be the first choice for Argentina in the FIFA World Cup final against Spain.

The 39-year-old has been in peak form in the knockout stages and has been instrumental in Argentina's journey to the final. No injuries have been reported before the game, and head coach Lionel Scaloni is likely to start the game with his captain as the main man as Argentina looks to win two World Cups in a row.

Messi will be accompanied in attack by Julián Álvarez, while Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister and Rodrigo De Paul will be the ones to start in the midfield.

Predicted Argentina Starting XI vs. Spain

Formation: 4-4-2

• Goalkeeper: Emiliano Martínez
• Defenders: Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Nicolás Otamendi, Nicolás Tagliafico
• Midfielders: Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, Leandro Paredes
• Forwards: Lionel Messi (C), Julián Álvarez

The veteran group that won the 2022 FIFA World Cup is expected to remain largely unchanged after Argentina's semi-win, with Scaloni not expected to make major changes.

The only late checks will be before kickoff, but if there is an unforeseen injury during the warm-up, Messi will be expected to lead Argentina as they look to win another World Cup.