Finalissima - Intercontinental Football Match
Quick Answer
The Finalissima is an intercontinental football super cup organized by UEFA and CONMEBOL, pitting the European Championship winner against the Copa América champion every four years.
- Argentina has won two of the three tournaments (1993 and 2022)
- The next Men's Finalissima will be played in March 2026 between Argentina and Spain
- The inaugural Women's Finalissima was held in 2023, won by England
Men's Finalissima
The Men's Finalissima, previously known as the UEFA-Conmebol Cup of Champions, is an intercontinental football match organized jointly by UEFA (Union of European Football Associations) and CONMEBOL (South American Football Confederation), a match contested by the winners of the UEFA European Championship and the Copa América. It has been held three times, 1985, 1993, and 2022. The winners have been France, Argentina and Argentina respectively. It is planned to be played every four years.
Winners of Previous Finalissima
Argentina won the 2022 Finalissima by defeating Italy by 3 goals to nil, courtesy of the goals from Martinez, Di Maria, and Dybala.
Women's Finalissima
The Women's Finalissima is an intercontinental women's football super cup, the women's equivalent to the CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions. It is contested by the winners of the Copa América Femenina and UEFA Women's Championship. In 2023, the inaugural Women's Finalissima was played between England and Brazil at Wembley Stadium. England won 4–2 on penalties after the scores were tied at 1-1 at full-time. The Women's Finalissima will be played every four years.
When is the Next Men's Finalissima?
The next Men's Finalissima will be played in March 2026, but the actual day has not been released yet. Argentina will play against Spain in the 2026 Finalissima. What qualified Argentina for this match was the team's success at the Copa América, and, as for Spain, the team won the 2024 UEFA European Championship.
Notes
- "Finalissima" is an Italian term that translates to "final" or "decisive match" in English. It is commonly used in the context of sports, particularly in football (soccer), to refer to a highly significant or crucial final match.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finalissima?
The Finalissima is an intercontinental football match organized jointly by UEFA and CONMEBOL, contested by the winners of the UEFA European Championship and the Copa América. It is held every four years and represents a meeting between the champions of Europe and South America.
When was the first Finalissima played?
The first Finalissima was played in 1985, when it was known as the UEFA-Conmebol Cup of Champions. France won that inaugural match, defeating Uruguay 2-0 in Paris. The tournament was then revived in 1993 before returning again in 2022.
Which teams compete in the Finalissima?
The Finalissima is contested between the current champions of Europe (UEFA European Championship winner) and South America (Copa América winner). This creates a unique intercontinental match-up between two of football's strongest confederations.
How often is the Finalissima held?
The Finalissima is held every four years, scheduled between the major continental championship cycles. This timing allows the current champions from both confederations to compete while their titles are still fresh.
Has Argentina won the Finalissima?
Yes, Argentina has won the Finalissima twice. They defeated Denmark 1-1 (5-4 on penalties) in 1993 and most recently beat Italy 3-0 in 2022 at Wembley Stadium, with goals from Martinez, Di Maria, and Dybala.
When is the next Men's Finalissima?
The next Men's Finalissima will be played in March 2026, with Argentina facing Spain. Argentina qualified through their Copa América victory, while Spain won the 2024 UEFA European Championship. The exact date has not yet been announced.
What is the Women's Finalissima?
The Women's Finalissima is the women's equivalent of the men's tournament, contested between the Copa América Femenina winner and the UEFA Women's Championship winner. England won the inaugural edition in 2023, defeating Brazil 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw at Wembley Stadium.
References
- UEFA. (2022). "CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions." UEFA Official Website. Retrieved from https://www.uefa.com
- CONMEBOL. (2022). "Finalissima 2022: Argentina defeats Italy." CONMEBOL Official Website. Retrieved from https://www.conmebol.com
- FIFA. (2023). "Women's Finalissima: England triumph on penalties." FIFA.com. Retrieved from https://www.fifa.com
- The Guardian. (2022). "Argentina beat Italy 3-0 to win the Finalissima at Wembley." The Guardian Sport.
- BBC Sport. (2023). "England beat Brazil on penalties to win Women's Finalissima." BBC Sport Football.
- ESPN. (2024). "Spain wins Euro 2024 to qualify for 2026 Finalissima." ESPN Football.
- Reuters. (2022). "Messi leads Argentina to Finalissima glory." Reuters Sports.
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