The time is finally upon us as France face Argentina today in what is being considered by many as one of the most hotly anticipated FIFA World Cup finals in quite some time.
Les Bleus have the chance to make history by retaining the World Cup whilst Lionel Messi will be hopeful of adding the final piece of major silverware to his trophy cabinet in what could be the Argentine’s final international match.
The stakes have never been higher for a World Cup final and the excitement from football fans across the world is palpable, but what time does the match start, and where can UK viewers watch the game?
What time is the World Cup final?
The World Cup final is set to kick off at 15:00 GMT, with both BBC One and ITV showing the match on terrestrial TV as millions are expected to tune in to see who wins the battle of the international heavyweights.
For many British viewers, this time will be viewed as brilliant as it falls right in the middle of Sunday afternoon, meaning that the World Cup final heading into extra-time or even penalties will not be a nuisance for parents with younger kids wanting to watch the match.
France and Argentina at the World Cup
France and Argentina have both been exceptional in their run to the final, with Didier Deschamps’ side beating the likes of England and Morocco to make it to the showpiece event whilst Messi and company eliminated the Netherlands and Croatia.
As a result, picking a favourite for this match is quite the undertaking, with many neutral supporters seemingly backing Argentina given that there is a real chance that this will be Messi’s last ever World Cup match.
Indeed, the final is expected to be an incredible fixture for all to see, and the timing of the match itself means many in the UK will have the opportunity to watch the match.
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