Spain continue global football dominance with penalty shoot-out win against North Korea in U-20 World Cup final

Spain have been crowned champions of the U-20 Women's World Cup following a tense penalty shoot-out victory over North Korea. After a gruelling goalless draw over 120 minutes, the Spanish side held their nerve from the spot. This triumph cements Spain's absolute dominance in global football, adding to the recent unprecedented successes of their senior men's and women's teams.

Spain have successfully claimed their second U-20 Women's World Cup title after an exhausting battle against North Korea today. The two sides could not be separated during normal time and extra time, resulting in a 0-0 draw. In the ensuing penalty shoot-out, Spain emerged victorious with a 4-3 win, largely thanks to heroic saves from goalkeeper Laia Lopez. North Korea, who secured the U-17 World Cup title against the Netherlands in 2025 with a dominant 3-0 victory, were ultimately unable to replicate that tournament-winning magic on this occasion.