Spain edge Argentina After Extra Time To Win Second World Cup Title
Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing their second world title at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Luis de la Fuente's side dominated much of the final. The match took a decisive turn in second-half stoppage time when Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández was sent off after receiving a second yellow card for a reckless challenge on Pau Cubarsí, leaving Argentina to play with 10 men.
Spain had to wait until the 115th minute for the breakthrough, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring after a knock-back from Nico Williams. Torres dedicated the winning goal to the Spanish people, stating, "It was a goal scored by 47 million people. It wasn't mine alone or that of the 26 players. It was destined to happen. It was meant to be the winner." Spain's triumph capped an impressive tournament in which they conceded just one goal, adding to their maiden triumph in 2010.
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