Spain were crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Argentina 1-0 in a hard-fought final at MetLife Stadium on Sunday.
The closely contested encounter saw both sides create scoring opportunities, but neither team could find the breakthrough during regulation time. Spain eventually broke the deadlock in extra time when Ferran Torres found the back of the net in the 106th minute, giving La Roja the decisive advantage.
Spain’s triumph capped a remarkable tournament in which they remained one of the competition’s most consistent teams. They began the knockout stage with a 3-0 victory over Austria before defeating Portugal 1-0 in the Round of 16. The Spaniards then edged Belgium 2-1 in the quarter-finals and overcame France 2-0 in the semi-finals to reach the final.
Argentina also enjoyed an impressive campaign, defeating Cape Verde 3-2 in the Round of 32, Egypt 3-2 in the Round of 16, Switzerland 3-1 in the quarter-finals and England 2-1 in the semi-finals. However, they were unable to find an equaliser after Spain’s extra-time breakthrough.
The victory secured Spain’s second FIFA World Cup title and marked another historic achievement for one of international football’s most successful nations. Argentina, despite falling short in the final, ended the tournament with a spirited campaign that showcased their resilience and attacking quality.
