Spain defeats Argentina to become 2026 World Cup champions

In the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 to become world champions.

No goals were scored during regular time in the decisive match, forcing the game into extra time. In the 106th minute, Ferran Torres found the back of the net to put Spain ahead. This goal decided the fate of the final.

Argentina played with ten men after Enzo Fernandez received a red card in the 90+3rd minute. This situation impacted the team's chances during extra time.

Spain held a significant statistical advantage. The team recorded 20 shots, 11 of which were on target. Argentina was limited to 3 shots, none of which were on target.

Spain also dominated ball possession with 68 percent, while Argentina recorded 32 percent. Spain completed 803 passes, compared to Argentina's 445.

Passing accuracy was 90 percent for Spain and 78 percent for Argentina. Spain also led in corner kicks with a 9-4 count.

Thus, Spain became the winner of the 2026 World Cup. Argentina finished as runners-up after their defeat in the final.