Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 to win second World Cup title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 10:13 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Spain secured their second World Cup title with a 1-0 victory over Argentina on July 19 in East Rutherford, N.J. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute, capping off a dominant tournament where Spain conceded only one goal in eight matches. Argentina struggled to create opportunities, managing no shots on goal until stoppage time of the second overtime. Spain's performance, marked by strong midfield play and a solid defense, underlines their status as a new dynasty in international soccer. With key players like Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsi, both 19 years old, Spain looks poised for continued success on the world stage.
- •Spain wins 1-0 against Argentina in the World Cup final.
- •Ferran Torres scores the game-winning goal in the 106th minute.
- •Spain allowed only one goal throughout the tournament.
- •Argentina failed to have a shot on goal until stoppage time.
- •Spain solidifies their status as a dominant force in soccer.
- 10:13 PMYahoo Sports — Spain winning just feels right. New dynasty crowned at World Cup final
"Who won the World Cup? Spain. Just like they were supposed to after a dominant performance the entire tournament, and especially against Argentina.
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