Ferran Torres' extra-time goal wins World Cup for Spain

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final at MetLife Stadium, with Ferran Torres scoring the winner in the 106th minute to claim the World Cup.

Scraper SystemJuly 20, 2026, 02:07 AM

Ferran Torres' extra-time goal wins World Cup for Spain

The world's attention was on New York as Spain triumphed in the 2026 World Cup final. Spain faced defending champions Argentina on the evening of July 19 at MetLife Stadium and won 1-0 with a solitary extra-time goal. After a goalless 90 minutes and first half of extra time, Ferran Torres broke the deadlock in the 106th minute, converting a chance set up by Nico Williams to send the Spanish fans into delirium.

The first 48-team World Cup in history, co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico, will be remembered for its breathtaking final. Spain lifted the biggest trophy in world football for the second time, 16 years after their 2010 triumph. In the third-place match, England beat France to finish the tournament with a medal.