Spain are world champions after a 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina, with Ferran Torres deciding the 2026 final in the 106th minute. The result gives Spain their second World Cup title and ends Argentina’s reign as holders.
The final at MetLife Stadium was tight on the scoreboard but tilted strongly toward Spain in the reported match pattern. Argentina did not record a shot on target, while Spain kept pushing until Torres converted from Nico Williams’ cushioned assist after Williams had earlier seen a goal ruled out.
Enzo Fernandez’s second yellow card near the end of normal time left Argentina under even greater pressure. Lionel Messi, in what the report described as likely his final World Cup appearance, had limited influence, while Giuliano Simeone’s late effort over the goal was Argentina’s clearest route to forcing penalties.
The win also strengthens the case for Spain as the defining international side of this cycle: Luis de la Fuente’s team followed its Euro 2024 success with a World Cup and remains unbeaten in tournament matches under him. Reported post-match clashes involving Argentina players should be treated carefully until further corroboration is available.
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