Spanish Football Federation president Rafael Louzán says a decision on where the Finalissima between Argentina and Spain will be staged is expected within the next 48 hours, and indicated that the match is likely to be moved from Qatar.
Louzán, who oversees the national federation in Spain, described the situation as one that requires a quick resolution so that both national teams, organizers and supporters can finalize their plans. While Qatar has been under consideration as the host country, he suggested that the showpiece game is now unlikely to take place there, with alternative locations being evaluated.
The Finalissima is set to bring together reigning continental champions Argentina and Spain in a one-off meeting intended to showcase two of the leading national teams in world football. With top players, coaching staffs and supporters from both countries watching closely, clarity on the match venue has become increasingly important as the proposed date approaches.
According to Louzán, ongoing discussions involve the Spanish federation and other relevant football authorities, who are weighing logistical, organizational and scheduling factors before making a final call. These considerations include stadium availability, travel arrangements, commercial commitments and the overall feasibility of staging such a high-profile encounter at short notice.
Louzán did not publicly confirm which specific cities or countries are under active consideration as alternatives to Qatar, nor did he provide a precise timeline for when the match would be played beyond the broad 48-hour window for a venue decision. He emphasized, however, that all parties involved are working to ensure that the Finalissima is held in conditions befitting a meeting between two current continental champions.
With no final announcement yet made, the future host of the Argentina–Spain Finalissima remains unresolved, but Louzán’s comments indicate that a change of venue away from Qatar is increasingly probable. A formal decision is expected shortly, after which the federations are likely to provide updated information on ticketing, travel guidance and logistical details for fans planning to attend.
