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Spain defeats Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2026 final

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Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Spain defeats Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2026 final
Summary

Spain secured the FIFA World Cup title on July 19, 2026, with a 1-0 victory over Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time after Argentina was reduced to 10 men. A reckless challenge by Enzo Fernández led to a red card, giving Spain the advantage as they pushed for a breakthrough. The match featured a dominant performance from Spain's defense, with Unai Simón facing no shots on target throughout the match.

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  • •Spain wins FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina.
  • •Ferran Torres scores the only goal in extra time.
  • •Argentina's Enzo Fernández receives a red card late in regulation.
  • •Spain maintains an unbeaten record of 37 matches.
  • •Unai Simón records an uninterrupted clean sheet.
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  • 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Ferran Torres Gets 9/10 | Spanish Players Rated After FIFA World Cup 2026 Win Against Argentina
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History has a funny way of repeating itself, but this felt entirely new. At the New York New Jersey Stadium, La Roja didn’t just win the World Cup; they colonised the sport. By adding the global cro...

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