The first half of the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina ended without goals. The teams went into the break with a 0-0 scoreline. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
Spain was more active in the first half. In the 5th minute, Lamine Yamal received a pass from Dani Olmo and shot from the corner of the six-yard box, but Emiliano Martínez saved the effort.
Argentina created almost no chances at Unai Simón's goal. Lionel Scaloni's team tried to launch quick counterattacks, but Spain controlled the ball more often and kept the play in the opponent's half.
Towards the end of the half, Spain had another opportunity: Olmo passed first-time to Mikel Oyarzabal, but his shot was weak and straight at the goalkeeper.
By the end of the first half, Spain had three shots, two on target. Argentina had no shots. Spain also had 51% possession.