Torres strikes in extra time as Spain deny Argentina back-to-back World Cup titles.
Spain are world champions once again.
Luis de la Fuente’s side defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Barcelona forward Ferran Torres emerging as the match-winner by scoring the decisive goal in extra time to seal La Roja’s second World Cup title.
Spain eventually made their superiority count when Ferran Torres broke the deadlock in extra time, sparking jubilant celebrations as La Roja secured their second FIFA World Cup title, adding to their historic triumph in South Africa in 2010.
The victory caps a remarkable era for Spanish football. Having lifted the UEFA Euro 2024 title, Luis de la Fuente’s side has now claimed the biggest prize in world football, cementing Spain’s status as the dominant force in international football.
For Argentina, it was a heartbreaking end to their title defence and what is widely expected to be Lionel Messi’s final FIFA World Cup appearance. The Albiceleste struggled to break down Spain’s relentless pressing and composed midfield, as their dream of winning back-to-back World Cup titles came to an end.
