Rodri captures FIFA World Cup Golden Ball for Spain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 10:55 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Rodri led Spain to their first Men's World Cup victory since 2010 and has now won the FIFA World Cup Golden Ball. Spain triumphed over Argentina in the final with Ferran Torres scoring the only goal in extra time. Throughout the tournament, Rodri excelled, registering the highest number of passes and player involvements. This marks his addition to a notable list of achievements, having previously won the UEFA Champions League and Ballon d'Or. Rodri’s performance was complemented by teammate Pau Cubarsi winning the Young Player of the Tournament and Unai Simon securing the Golden Glove.
- •Rodri captained Spain to their second Men's World Cup title.
- •Ferran Torres scored the deciding goal against Argentina.
- •Rodri featured in every match, leading in passes and distance covered.
- •Pau Cubarsi won Young Player of the Tournament.
- •Unai Simon achieved seven clean sheets, winning the Golden Glove.
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — Spain Wins World Cup 1-0 vs Argentina: Defensive Masterclass, Rodri Golden Ball & Final Grades
- 12:52 AMESPN — Rodri wins Golden Ball as Spain dominate awards
- 11:10 PMYahoo Sports — Rodri wins Golden Ball as Spain reigns at 2026 World Cup
- 10:55 PMYahoo Sports — Rodri wins FIFA World Cup Golden Ball
"Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros deliver their final live reaction show of the 2026 World Cup, analyzing Spain's 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina in the final at MetLife Stadium. The hosts break down Ferran Torres' match-winning goal, Enzo Fernández's red card, and Spain's historic defense before evaluating Rodri's Golden Ball award, Mbappé's Golden Boot, and giving their final grades for the entire tournament.
"Our number 16 guided La Roja to their first Men’s triumph since 2010, becoming the first City player to captain a side to World Cup glory.Spain - already reigning European champions - edged out Arge...
"Spain claimed a hat trick of individual awards after beating Argentina to claim their second World Cup title on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 20, 2026, 2:12 AMSpain Wins World Cup 1-0 vs Argentina: Defensive Masterclass, Rodri Golden Ball & Final Grades
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros deliver their final live reaction show of the 2026 World Cup, analyzing Spain's 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina in the final at MetLife Stadium. The hosts break down Ferran Torres' match-winning goal, Enzo Fernández's red card, and Spain's historic defense before evaluating Rodri's Golden Ball award, Mbappé's Golden Boot, and giving their final grades for the entire tournament.
- ESPNJul 20, 2026, 12:52 AMRodri wins Golden Ball as Spain dominate awards
Spain claimed a hat trick of individual awards after beating Argentina to claim their second World Cup title on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.
- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 11:10 PMRodri wins Golden Ball as Spain reigns at 2026 World Cup
Spain's Rodri was awarded the Golden Ball after Spain's victory over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final.
- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 10:55 PMRodri wins FIFA World Cup Golden Ball
Our number 16 guided La Roja to their first Men’s triumph since 2010, becoming the first City player to captain a side to World Cup glory.Spain - already reigning European champions - edged out Arge...
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