Spain were crowned 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after edging Argentina 1-0 after extra time in a dramatic final at New York New Jersey Stadium.
The tightly contested match remained goalless throughout the full 90 minutes before Spain found the decisive breakthrough in extra time to secure their second World Cup title, adding to the trophy they won in 2010.
Argentina, the defending champions, fought hard in their bid to retain the title but were unable to find an equaliser as Spain held firm until the final whistle.
The victory marks a memorable achievement for Spain, capping an impressive tournament in which they eliminated several top teams on their way to lifting football’s most prestigious trophy.
