Spain clinched their second World Cup title with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 final. The decisive moment came from Ferran Torres, who scored in the 106th minute, leading Spain to triumph against the defending champions.

Spain dominated the match, taking 20 shots while Argentina failed to register a single shot on target. Lionel Messi, in what was expected to be his final World Cup appearance, had a quiet game, touching the ball only 54 times.

The match mirrored Spain's 2010 World Cup win, where they also scored in extra time after a goalless regulation period. This time, Torres capitalized on a setup from fellow substitute Nico Williams, firing past Emi Martinez of Aston Villa.

Despite Enzo Fernandez receiving a red card for Argentina late in normal time, the team maintained their defensive shape. Their only significant threat came in the dying moments of extra time when Giuliano Simeone missed a chance that could have forced penalties.

Post-match, tensions flared as Leandro Paredes and Nahuel Molina confronted Spain players, leading to a heated altercation. Paredes, who had just entered the match, was ultimately sent off amid the chaos.

Spain's victory under manager Luis de la Fuente adds a World Cup title to their 2024 Euros victory, completing an impressive tournament run where they remained undefeated and showcased a superior collective play. Analysts praised Spain's technical and tactical superiority, emphasizing their cohesive team dynamic over individual talent.