The final moment has arrived, and Spain aims to secure their second star by defeating Argentina in the World Cup final on Sunday. The team's philosophy is simple: keep calm and maintain their current style of play.

After returning to Madrid from covering the tournament for the BBC, Cesar Azpilicueta emphasizes the overwhelming confidence within the country. This belief stems from several factors:

• Winning Euro 2024
• A remarkable unbeaten streak of 37 games
• A decisive victory against France in the semi-final

The strength of this Spain team lies in their unity and mentality. They have developed a collective identity, which allows them to consistently execute their game plan without panic. Their journey in the tournament began with a surprising 0-0 draw against Cape Verde, yet they remained composed and didn’t alter their approach.

In the knockout stages, Spain faced tough matches against Portugal and Belgium, demonstrating resilience by fighting until the last minute to secure victories. Even when leading against France, they maintained their strategy rather than trying to defend their advantage.

Spain's commitment to their identity is crucial, especially as they prepare for the final. They can adjust personnel but will retain their shape and mindset, focusing on ball control and game management. Remarkably, they have not trailed in any of their seven World Cup matches.

The upcoming match against Argentina promises to be challenging, especially with Lionel Messi in exceptional form. Spain recognizes his capacity to change the game, as demonstrated in previous matches. Azpilicueta also notes the threat posed by other Argentine players, particularly Julian Alvarez, a versatile and clinical striker capable of impacting the game from various positions.

As both teams enter the final with confidence, the match will be a true test of skill, mentality, and tactical execution.