Long pass to Yamal on the right wing. He gets free for a cross but ARG covers the runner in the box. Still a good threat from ESP, and out of their usual pattern of play.
Would never have predicted in 2018 Mbappe probably won’t go down as the best teenaged footballer of this era
First quarter ends First half hydration break. I think Spain has the better of it so far, but ARG can be dangerous without the ball - only one opportunity to really get out on the break so far.
Argentina haven’t put together a passing move yet. Spain have played better on the ball by a lot.
But expected Spain would be calm on the ball. It’s their DNA and Rodri leads everything.
This is a game that needs a goal.
Mac Allister wins a free kick on the left. It’s taken short and goes nowhere.
Cucurella has the most glorious hair.
And a close shot there.
The half has got more of a midfield battle since the hydration break
Obligatory “fuck Cucurella” #2024EurosHandball
But pretty hair.
+4 to the half.
Has any winner ever allowed only a single goal like Spain has?
I like how Messi was hacked but didn’t bail like I’m sure others would do.
EDIT: Peter Drury speculating that LM must have the blackest and bluest shins in the world. 
Halftime.
Hopefully a Spanish one. I fear Argentina will bunker even more if they get one first.
I don’t think so, but I’m not sure, but there’s another record to break for Spain today: the only WC winners that never got behind in any game were Italy in 1934 and 1982 and Germany in 1990. Spain could join that club.
Trivia: this is the first Final since 1930 (Uruguay-Argentina) where the teams speak the same language.
That’s good (or bad?) for insults!
found on bluesky
Elton vs. Kraftwerk.
Cool.
I feel very old.
I have no idea who this halftime performer is.
I’m scared it is someone I should know.
ETA: Now I feel better, with Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem in attendance.