The Spanish national team became world champions for the second time in their history, defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time in the 2026 World Cup final.
During regular time of the final match, held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA, the goals remained untouched. Extra time was used to determine the winner.
In the 106th minute of the match, Ferran Torres scored the only goal that gave Spain the victory. Argentina had been reduced to ten men in the second half's added time when midfielder Enzo Fernández received his second yellow card and left the field.
Thus, the reigning world champion Argentina had to settle for silver medals this time.
The Spanish national team has participated in the World Cup final twice in their history and won both times. "La Roja" first became world champions in 2010.
With their second championship, Spain caught up with France and Uruguay. Brazil still holds the record for the most World Cup titles — 5 championships. Next are Italy and Germany — 4 each, and Argentina — 3 championships. England has been world champion once.
Let us recall that the 2026 World Cup was held from June 11 to July 19 in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament was organized with 48 national teams for the first time in history.
The next World Cup will be held in 2030 in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. The first three matches of the tournament will take place in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
