Spain captures second World Cup title with win over Argentina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 3:57 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Spain secured its second FIFA World Cup title on July 19, 2026, by defeating Argentina 1-0 in the final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute, capitalizing on a tireless performance from the Spanish defense, which recorded a tournament record seventh clean sheet. Argentina's Enzo Fernandez received a second yellow card late in the match, forcing the defending champions to finish with 10 players. Spain's goalkeeper Unai Simon was awarded the Golden Glove for his contributions throughout the tournament, where the team allowed only one goal in eight matches.
- •Ferran Torres scored the only goal in the 106th minute.
- •Spain recorded its seventh clean sheet of the tournament.
- •Unai Simon won the Golden Glove for best goalkeeper.
- •Argentina played the final minutes with 10 players following a red card.
- •Spain has allowed just one goal in eight matches during the World Cup.
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"Spain captured its second World Cup crown behind a superb defensive performance that shut down Argentina and the great Lionel Messi.
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