2026 World Cup Final

Spain won the 2026 World Cup after defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, on July 19-20, 2026. Ferran Torres scored the winning goal in the 106th minute, assisted by Nico Williams. Argentina was reduced to ten men after Enzo Fernández was sent off, but goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez produced a brilliant performance, making eleven saves.

Spain dominated the match with 68% possession and twenty shots, significantly exceeding Argentina’s three. Throughout the tournament, Spain conceded only one goal—their best record. This was Spain’s second World Cup title after 2010.

Third-Place Playoff

The day before, July 18, 2026, England defeated France 6-4 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, recording the highest score in the history of a third-place play-off. England finished third, while France finished fourth.