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Spain beat Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup after extra time

Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 final in New Jersey, winning their second World Cup and first since 2010.

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Spain were crowned world champions on 19 July 2026, beating holders Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The match was goalless after 90 minutes, and Ferran Torres scored the winner in the 106th minute.

It was Spain's second World Cup title, 16 years after their first in South Africa in 2010. The victory also ended Argentina's spell as defending champions. England finished third in the tournament, and France fourth.

The triumph was the high point of Luis de la Fuente's time as Spain coach and extended a long unbeaten run for the national team. It also added to the European title Spain won at Euro 2024, confirming a period of dominance for the side. That run of results is the background to Spain's current form in the Nations League, where they are chasing a place at the top of their group.

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