Spain win the World Cup after Ferran Torres dethrones 10-man Argentina in extra time
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in extra time. The match was marked by high tension, multiple red cards, and a controversial trophy presentation involving Donald Trump and FIFA officials.
Why it matters
The World Cup final is a major global cultural event, and the inclusion of political figures in the ceremony adds a layer of geopolitical significance to the sporting outcome.
Ferran Torres celebrates after scoring for Spain in the World Cup final against Argentina. Photograph: Michael Regan/FIFA/Getty Images Ferran Torres celebrates after scoring for Spain in the World Cup final against Argentina. Photograph: Michael Regan/FIFA/Getty Images World Cup 2026 Spain win the World Cup after Ferran Torres dethrones 10-man Argentina in extra time Enzo Fernández sent off for two bookings in normal time
Victory secures second men’s World Cup title for La Roja
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Prefer the Guardian on Google Spain finally broke the dogged resistance of 10-man Argentina in extra time to win the men’s World Cup for the second time as a drab final ended in a dramatic fashion.
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