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Spain wins World Cup, defeating Argentina in extra time

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 6:36 AM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Spain wins World Cup, defeating Argentina in extra time

Summary

Spain claimed the World Cup title by defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time. The match featured intense physical play from Argentina, including multiple fouls and three red cards. Spain's lone goal came from Ferran Torres in the second half of extra time, following an assist from Nico Williams. Rodri was named player of the tournament as Spain celebrated their second World Cup victory, 16 years after their first. Argentina, the defending champions, struggled to create scoring opportunities and did not register a shot until the final minutes.

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By the Numbers

•Spain secures a 1-0 victory over Argentina in extra time
•Ferran Torres scores the game-winning goal
•Argentina receives three red cards during the match
•Rodri is named player of the tournament
•Spain's second World Cup title, first since 2010

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6:36 AMYahoo Sports — Spain win World Cup in triumph of football over Argentine thuggery

What they're saying

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Football 1 Felons 0. It took extra time to get there but, thank goodness, we got there. The sport prevailed. Spain won the World Cup and we are all better for that. Football is better for that. It desperately needed Spain to win this final. Anything else would have felt like a crime.
— Yahoo Sports

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