Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final to claim a second world title. At MetLife Stadium in the New York New Jersey area, regular time finished scoreless, and Ferran Torres scored the goal that lifted the trophy.
Spain Controlled the Night
Luis de la Fuente's side ran the game for long stretches. Spain finished with 20 shots to Argentina's two. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez kept Argentina alive with big saves, but the pressure eventually told.
The goal in the 106th minute.
Pedro Porro whipped a ball toward the far post. Nico Williams kept it alive, and Ferran Torres finished cleanly to put Spain ahead and decide the World Cup final.
Enzo Fernandez Sent Off
Argentina's night got harder late in regular time. Enzo Fernandez picked up a second yellow card and left his team with ten men for extra time. Spain used the numerical edge, kept pushing, and found the winner.
Messi's Final World Cup Match
Lionel Messi played what is expected to be the last World Cup match of his career. Argentina's first real chance on target came deep in extra time, but Spain's defense held firm. After the final whistle, a brief flare-up between the sides saw Leandro Paredes shown a red card.
A Historic Final
The biggest night in world football was not only about what happened on the pitch. The stands were packed with heads of state, major figures from sport, and global celebrities. With this win, Spain claimed a second men's World Cup title and wrote another chapter in football history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2026 World Cup?
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time in the final to become 2026 FIFA World Cup champions.
Who scored the winning goal?
Ferran Torres scored the only goal of the match in the 106th minute.
Was this Lionel Messi's last World Cup?
Yes. The 2026 final marked the end of Lionel Messi's World Cup career.
