FIFA World Cup 2026: Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar to watch WC final live telecast
Bengaluru, July 18
The Karnataka State Football Association, in association with the Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports, Government of Karnataka, has organised a public live screening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final.
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar will personally attend the event and watch the live telecast of the World Cup final along with football fans, sportspersons, dignitaries, and members of the public, according to a press release.
The live screening of the FIFA World Cup Final between Argentina and Spain will begin at 12:30 a.m. on Monday, July 20, at the NGV Indoor Stadium, Koramangala, Bengaluru.
Defending champions Argentina secured a thrilling 2-1 comeback win over England in the semifinal, overturning a first-half deficit with Enzo Fernandez scoring the equaliser before Lautaro Martinez netted the stoppage-time winner to send the defending champions into the title clash against Spain.
The win over England sent Argentina into the World Cup 2026 final, while England's hopes of reaching their first World Cup final since 1966 came to a heartbreaking end.
Spain, on the other hand, secured a place in the FIFA World Cup final for the first time since their 2010 triumph after defeating France 2-0 with a composed performance.
Lamine Yamal played a key role in the win, winning a penalty after dispossessing Lucas Digne, which Mikel Oyarzabal converted in the 22nd minute to give Spain the lead.
Spain head into the final aiming to secure their second FIFA World Cup title, 16 years after their historic triumph in 2010, while Argentina are bidding to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to successfully retain the trophy.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Wait, the match is at 12:30 a.m.? That's going to be a late night for everyone! But I appreciate the effort from the government. Bengaluru is such a cosmopolitan city, full of football fans from all over. Hope they arrange proper seating, screens, and maybe some snacks? Also, Spain vs Argentina - that's going to be epic! 🌟
As a die-hard Argentina fan since Maradona's days, I'm thrilled! Lautaro Martinez scoring the winner against England was pure class. But I must say, this is election-season politics? DK Shivakumar is known for his mass outreach. Organizing a screening at NGV Stadium? Classic vote-bank move. Still, if it gets more people into football, I'm not complaining. Just hoping the security is good - Koramangala can get chaotic! 🏆
This is wonderful! I'm an expat living in Whitefield and I've been following the World Cup closely. It's great to see Indian state governments embracing global events like this. Spain vs Argentina - two footballing giants. Lamine Yamal is a sensation, but can Spain handle Messi's successors? Going to be a cracker of a final! 🎉
Fair play to the Karnataka government for promoting football, but can we also focus on grassroots development? We have talent in Bangalore, but no proper academies or infrastructure. A live screening is just a photo op. The CM should also announce funding for local clubs and youth tournaments. Still, I'll be there cheering for Argentina - Enzo Fernandez is the heartbeat of that team! 🇮🇳⚽
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