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Spain become world champions for the second time, beating Argentina in the final

Ferran Torres scored the only goal in extra time

Spain become world champions for the second time, beating Argentina in the final
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Spain have won the 2026 World Cup. In the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey they beat reigning champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time.

The only goal was scored by Ferran Torres, who finished from close range after a rebound in the penalty area. He ended a goalless run that had lasted more than 100 minutes.

Video: FIFA

It is Spain's second world title after 2010. In the semi-finals Spain beat France 2-0 and Argentina beat England 2-1.

The tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico was the first with 48 teams. Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS performed at the final's half-time show.

Updated: 20 July 2026 at 03:30

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