New Jersey: Spain lifted the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy after edging defending champions Argentina 1-0 in a dramatic final that was decided in extra time at New York/New Jersey Stadium.
After a goalless 90 minutes, substitute Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute, sealing Spain’s second FIFA World Cup title and their first since winning the tournament in 2010.
Spain dominated much of the contest with an impressive attacking display, while Argentina struggled to break through a disciplined Spanish defense. The match also marked what is widely expected to be Lionel Messi’s final FIFA World Cup appearance, ending his quest for back-to-back world titles.
Under head coach Luis de la Fuente, Spain completed an outstanding tournament campaign, conceding just one goal throughout the competition.
Their triumph also made Spain the first nation to simultaneously hold both the men’s and women’s FIFA World Cup titles.
The final attracted a global audience as Spain celebrated a historic victory, while Argentina’s remarkable World Cup journey came to an end with a narrow defeat in one of the tournament’s most memorable finals.