Spain wins 2026 World Cup final amid star-studded festivities
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 12:44 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium, with Ferran Torres scoring in extra time. The match was highlighted less by the gameplay and more by President Trump's appearance, a long halftime show featuring performances by artists including Madonna and Justin Bieber, and significant fanfare surrounding the event. This World Cup, co-hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada, generated attention due to Trump's involvement, including his influence on player Folarin Balogun's suspension. The halftime show, lasting 27 minutes, received mixed reactions, with former player Wayne Rooney criticizing the performances. Trump was also seen during the trophy presentation but departed quickly after.
- •Spain beats Argentina 1-0 in 2026 World Cup final
- •Ferran Torres scores the decisive goal in extra time
- •President Trump attends the final and is involved in ceremonies
- •Longest halftime show in history features multiple artists
- •Mixed fan reactions to extended halftime performances
- 12:44 AMYahoo Sports — Trump, Bieber and Shakira - a World Cup final like never before
- 12:44 AMBBC Sport — Trump, Bieber and Shakira - a World Cup final like never before
"The 2026 World Cup final may not linger long in the memory for what happened on the pitch but it will for all that surrounded it, with an appearance by President Trump, the longest half-time in football and songs by a host of stars.
"The 2026 World Cup final may not linger long in the memory for what happened on the pitch but it will for all that surrounded it, with an appearance by President Trump, the longest half-time in football and songs by a host of stars.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 20, 2026, 12:44 AMTrump, Bieber and Shakira - a World Cup final like never before
The 2026 World Cup final may not linger long in the memory for what happened on the pitch but it will for all that surrounded it, with an appearance by President Trump, the longest half-time in football and songs by a host of stars.
- BBC SportJul 20, 2026, 12:44 AMTrump, Bieber and Shakira - a World Cup final like never before
The 2026 World Cup final may not linger long in the memory for what happened on the pitch but it will for all that surrounded it, with an appearance by President Trump, the longest half-time in football and songs by a host of stars.
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