World Cup 2026: Spain Defeat Argentina 1-0 to Lift Second FIFA Title -

Spain were crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after edging Argentina 1-0 in a dramatic final that stretched into extra time at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday.

The closely contested encounter saw both sides create scoring opportunities, but neither could find the breakthrough during regulation time. Spain eventually broke the deadlock in the 106th minute when Ferran Torres fired home the decisive goal, sending Spanish fans into celebration.

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Argentina’s hopes of forcing a comeback suffered a major setback late in normal time after midfielder Enzo Fernández was shown a second yellow card, reducing the defending champions to 10 men.

Spain maintained their composure throughout the remainder of extra time, keeping Argentina at bay to secure a famous victory and claim their second FIFA World Cup title, their first since triumphing in South Africa in 2010.

The victory capped an impressive tournament for Spain, who eliminated Portugal in the Round of 16, Belgium in the quarter-finals, France in the semi-finals, and Argentina in the final.

For Argentina, the defeat ended their bid to successfully defend the World Cup crown they won in Qatar in 2022, despite another determined campaign that saw them reach the final after defeating England in the semi-finals.

Spain’s triumph marks the end of an unforgettable 2026 FIFA World Cup, with La Roja once again standing at the summit of world football.