- Spain defeated Argentina 1–0 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute.
- The match was played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, preceded by a ceremony featuring Robbie Williams, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, and Jennifer Hudson.
- Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez faced extreme pressure, as Argentina failed to record a single shot throughout the 90 minutes of regulation play.
- Midfielder Enzo Fernández was sent off with a red card in the 90+3rd minute, leaving Argentina to play the extra time period with 10 men.
Match Dynamics
- Spain dominated possession (65% to 35%) and offensive output, recording 15 total shots compared to Argentina's zero.
- Key performance metrics for Spain included 618 completed passes (91% accuracy) and nine corners.
- Argentina struggled with discipline, committing 19 fouls and receiving four yellow cards alongside the late red card.
Atmosphere and Attendees
- The event was attended by high-profile figures, including US President Donald Trump, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, actor Tom Cruise, and content creator IShowSpeed.
- The victory marks a significant achievement for the young Spanish team and represents a disappointing end for Lionel Messi and his team's title defense.
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