Spain wins World Cup 2026 final 1-0 against Argentina

Spain became men's world champion for the second time after defeating Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 final at New York New Jersey Stadium on 19 July.The match stayed scoreless through 90 minutes. Substitute Ferran Torres broke the deadlock in the 106th minute, finishing the decisive chance in extra time and giving Spain the only goal of the final.Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez produced a World Cup final-record 12 saves, but Spain's control and defensive record carried Luis de la Fuente's team to the trophy. Unai Simón finished the tournament with seven clean sheets.The final was match 104 of the first 48-team men's World Cup, hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States from 11 June to 19 July 2026.