Spain are the 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, defeating Argentina 1-0 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. This was their second title after their first in 2010, when they defeated the Netherlands with the same scoreline.
In a tense final, Spain took a 1-0 lead over defending champions Argentina deep into extra time. Ferran Torres, the Barcelona forward, opened the scoring early in the second period of extra time with a powerful high shot inside the box.
Spain wins 2026 FIFA World Cup title as Ferran Torres strikes in extra time vs Argentina
The goal followed a headed back-pass from Nico Williams, rewarding Spain’s persistent pressure after a goalless 90 minutes. Spain had dominated the match in terms of possession and chances, though Argentina defended resolutely despite finishing regulation time with 10 men after midfielder Enzo Fernández received a second yellow card.
Torres’ celebration, arms outstretched and eyes wide with emotion, captured the historic moment as La Roja edged past to win their second World Cup title. Meanwhile, Argentina’s bid to retain its title and become the only third nation to do so ended in heartbreak in a match that could be Lionel Messi’s final World Cup appearance.
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