Spain win 2026 World Cup after extra‑time win over Argentina

Spain clinched their second FIFA World Cup title after a 1‑0 victory over the defending champions Argentina in extra time at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium. The only goal of the match came from Ferran Torres, whose clinical finish in the added period sealed a tightly contested final and handed Luis de la Fuente’s Roja a triumph that had eluded them since 2010.

The win not only crowns Spain as world champions but also completes a historic Euro‑World Cup double, having secured the European Championship earlier in the year. The victory underscores Spain’s continued prominence on the international stage, with a squad that blended youthful energy and seasoned experience to overcome a resilient Argentine side.

With the trophy now in hand, Spain celebrates a landmark achievement that cements their legacy in football history, marking a return to the pinnacle of the sport after a 16‑year wait.