Spain secures World Cup win as Lamine Yamal makes history at 19
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 11:09 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Spain won its second World Cup on July 19, 2026, defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium. Lamine Yamal, at 19 years and 6 days old, became one of the youngest players to lift the trophy, tying with Brazil's Coutinho. This victory adds to Yamal's record-breaking achievements, as he debuted for Spain in September 2023. The next World Cup will see Yamal turning 23 while defending champions Spain compete on home soil.
- •Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final.
- •Lamine Yamal becomes one of the youngest winners at age 19.
- •Yamal's age matches Brazil's Coutinho on the all-time list.
- •The final took place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
- •Yamal scored once in eight appearances for Spain.
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