Spain's 7th shutout in 8 World Cup matches
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Spain Wins the 2026 FIFA World Cup — Messi's Last Stand
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In East Rutherford, New Jersey, history was written in the 106th minute of the 2026 World Cup final when Ferran Torres sent the ball into the net, igniting a frenzy among Spanish players and fans [1] — Steve Futterman "Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to claim the 2026 FIFA World Cup — their second title — with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal…" 02:02 . Spain's defense, impenetrable throughout the tournament with seven shutouts in eight matches, once again proved decisive. Argentina, reduced to ten men for the final half-hour, were unable to find the equalizer their tournament performance deserved. For Spain, the 1-0 victory marks their second World Cup title. For Argentina, it is a heartbreaking near-miss at becoming only the third nation to win back-to-back World Cups. And for the sport itself, the match carries a poignant coda: Steve Futterman noted it was likely the final World Cup appearance for Lionel Messi, closing a chapter on one of football's greatest careers [2] — Steve Futterman "And this was likely the final World Cup appearance for the great Lionel Messi." 02:38 .
Spain wins 2026 World Cup 1-0 over Argentina
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Spain Wins 2026 World Cup: Messi's Last Stand Falls Short
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to claim the 2026 FIFA World Cup — their second title — with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute. Argentina played the final 30 minutes with ten men, and the loss likely marks Lionel Messi's farewell to World Cup football.
Lionel Messi's likely final World Cup appearance
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