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Spain claim second World Cup title with extra-time victory over Argentina
Defending champions Argentina fall 1-0 in New Jersey as Spain complete historic continental and global treble
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Event
Spain win World Cup 2026 final against Argentina
Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Ferran Torres scored the winning goal in the 105th minute, assisted by Nico Williams. The victory marks Spain's second World Cup title and completes a Euro 2024-World Cup 2026 double under manager Luis de la Fuente.
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Why this event matters
Spain claimed their second FIFA World Cup title by defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on 19 July 2026. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 105th minute, assisted by Nico Williams, securing a historic Euro 2024-World Cup 2026 double for manager Luis de la Fuente. The victory marks Spain’s first World Cup triumph since 2010 and ends Argentina’s bid to become the first nation since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back titles. The match is widely regarded as Lionel Messi’s final World Cup appearance, occurring a decade after his previous retirement from international football at the same venue.
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Spain win World Cup 2026 final against Argentina
Spain claimed their second FIFA World Cup title by defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on 19 July 2026. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 105th minute, assisted by Nico Williams, securing a historic Euro 2024-Worl
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Spain win World Cup 2026 final against Argentina: key people and institutions
Key entities: Spain, Argentina, Ferran Torres, Luis de la Fuente, MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, Nico Williams, Emiliano Martinez.
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Spain win World Cup 2026 final against Argentina: key questions
Who scored the winning goal in the 2026 World Cup final? Ferran Torres scored in the 105th minute. What is significant about this victory for Spain? It is their second World Cup title and completes a Euro 2024-World Cup 2026 double under manager Luis de la Fuente. Why is this mat
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Spain win World Cup 2026 final against Argentina: timeline
2016: Lionel Messi retires from international football following a Copa America final defeat at MetLife Stadium. 14 July 2026: Spain defeat France 2-0 in the semi-final at AT&T Stadium, Texas, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro. 18 July 2026: England defeat France 6-
Timeline
2016
Lionel Messi retires from international football following a Copa America final defeat at MetLife Stadium.
14 July 2026
Spain defeat France 2-0 in the semi-final at AT&T Stadium, Texas, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro.
18 July 2026
England defeat France 6-4 in the third-place match.
19 July 2026
Spain defeat Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, with Ferran Torres scoring in the 105th minute.
FAQ
Who scored the winning goal in the 2026 World Cup final?
Ferran Torres scored in the 105th minute.
What is significant about this victory for Spain?
It is their second World Cup title and completes a Euro 2024-World Cup 2026 double under manager Luis de la Fuente.
Why is this match notable for Lionel Messi?
It is widely considered his final World Cup appearance, occurring ten years after he previously retired from international football at the same venue.
Where was the 2026 World Cup final held?
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
What was the result of the third-place match?
England defeated France 6-4 on 18 July 2026.
Who scored the winning goal for Spain?
Ferran Torres scored in the 105th minute.
What is the significance of this win for Spain?
It is Spain’s second World Cup title and completes a Euro 2024–World Cup 2026 double.
Was this Lionel Messi’s final World Cup?
Yes, it is considered his final World Cup match at age 39.
Where was the final held?
MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Who assisted the winning goal?
Nico Williams.