Mbappé wins second Golden Boot as Spain dominates World Cup awards

Spain secured the European championship on Sunday after a 2‑1 victory over Italy, with winger Ferran Torres delivering the decisive cross that set up the winning goal in the 78th minute. The triumph marked Spain’s third continental title and fulfilled the team’s objective of reclaiming the trophy after a decade‑long hiatus. Torres, who had been instrumental throughout the tournament, was praised for his vision and work rate, attributes that helped orchestrate the decisive moments in the final.

In the aftermath, several Spanish players received individual honors for their performances. Midfielder Pedri was named Player of the Tournament for his creativity and consistency, while striker Álvaro Morata earned the Golden Boot after finishing as the competition’s top scorer with five goals. Goalkeeper Unai Simón was awarded the Best Goalkeeper prize, recognizing his crucial saves in the knockout stages. The collection of awards underscores the depth of talent within the squad and sets a strong foundation for Spain’s future international campaigns.