Lamine Yamal shines as Spain edges Argentina for World Cup title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 1:45 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
In the World Cup final, Lamine Yamal led Spain to victory over Argentina, winning 2-1 in New York. Yamal, at 19 years and six days, became the youngest player to win both the World Cup and Euro Championship, having previously helped Spain secure the Euros against England. His significant influence was complemented by a decisive goal from Ferran Torres in extra time. In contrast, Lionel Messi, likely concluding his World Cup journey at 39, looked on in disappointment. Spain's coach expressed gratitude for Yamal's performance, highlighting his contributions amid Argentina's more aggressive tactics.
- •Lamine Yamal becomes the youngest World Cup and Euro winner.
- •Spain prevails with Ferran Torres' goal in extra time.
- •Messi's potential last World Cup ends in heartbreak.
- •Yamal remains unbeaten in 28 competitive matches for Spain.
- •Spain's coach praises Yamal for his maturity and performance.
- 1:45 AMYahoo Sports — Lamine Yamal completes football at 19 as Argentina betray Messi
"Spain's Lamine Yamal takes the glory of World Cup victory as the great Lionel Messi's evening ends in tears.
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