World Cup LIVE: Spain facing Argentina in blockbuster final
Spain defeated Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey following an extra-time goal by Ferran Torres. The match was marked by intense competition and a late red card for Argentina's Leandro Paredes.
Why it matters
The FIFA World Cup is the most-watched sporting event globally, and this result establishes Spain as the world champion for the second time in their history.
Soccer World Championship World Cup LIVE: Torres fires Spain to final triumph over Argentina after extra time World Cup LIVE: Torres fires Spain to final triumph over Argentina after extra time Josh Donaldson, Finley Crebolder Updated Spain celebrate winning the World Cup Reuters / Mike Segar / Flashscore After five weeks of enthralling action at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it all comes down to one final match, as reigning champions Argentina take on European champions Spain in a blockbuster showdown in New Jersey.
00:23 CET - We sign off as Spain get ready to lift the World Cup trophy. For those who have been with us tonight or over the past five weeks - thank you for your company.
We will, of course, bring you analysis, opinion and reaction from tonight's final, whilst look out for our wrap-up of the tournament over the coming days.
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