New Jersey: Spain won their second FIFA World Cup title by defeating defending champions Argentina 1–0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
After neither side managed to score during regulation time, the match went into extra time. Substitute Ferran Torres netted the decisive goal in the 106th minute, sealing a historic victory for Spain.
Spain dominated possession and created the better scoring opportunities throughout the match. Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez produced several outstanding saves to keep his team in the contest, but he was ultimately unable to deny the Spanish attack.
Lionel Messi’s Argentina, aiming to retain the World Cup, struggled to create clear-cut chances. Their late push for an equalizer was effectively repelled by Spain’s disciplined defense.
When the final whistle blew, Spanish players and fans erupted in celebration. Sixteen years after lifting their first World Cup in 2010, Spain once again reached the summit of world football, while Argentina’s dream of defending their title came to an end.
