2026 FIFA World Cup Final: Spain beat Argentina to lift their second title

On 19 July 2026, Spain won the FIFA World Cup for the second time, beating defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Ferran Torres scored the only goal in the 106th minute.

A defensive masterclass

Spain’s route to the title was built on defence. La Roja conceded just one goal across eight matches — the fewest ever by a World Cup-winning team. Goalkeeper Unai Simón kept seven clean sheets, a single-tournament record.

Awards

• Golden Ball (best player): Rodri
• Golden Glove (best goalkeeper): Unai Simón
• Young Player Award: Pau Cubarsí

A historic double

Having won the Women’s World Cup in 2023, Spain became the first nation to hold both the men’s and women’s World Cups simultaneously. Coach Luis de la Fuente, at 65 years and 28 days, became the oldest coach ever to win the tournament.

Sources

• FIFA — Spain crowned 2026 World Cup champions: https://resources.qa.fifa.com/news/spain-crowned-world-cup-2026-champions-new-york-new-jersey
• FIFA — Spain’s unprecedented global double: https://quality.fifa.com/media-releases/spain-unprecedented-global-double-new-milestones-historic-world-cup-2026
• Britannica — 2026 FIFA World Cup: https://www.britannica.com/event/2026-FIFA-World-Cup