The World Cup football final, to be held in New Jersey, USA, will see Argentina take on Spain. With both sides considered strong, fans say predicting the champion is difficult.

The match is scheduled to begin at 12.30 am (IST) tonight, and anticipation is high among supporters.

Ahead of the late-night fixture, Kerala has declared a holiday for schools and colleges on July 20 to help fans watch the final. Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan announced the break.

The Kerala government said the decision came after requests—especially from students—spread rapidly on social media seeking a holiday to follow the match.