Spain battle past 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra-time to win 2026 World Cup
Ferran Torres scores the only goal of the game as Spain win their second World Cup.
Spain won the 2026 World Cup after a tense 1-0 victory over 10-man Argentina in extra time, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal, according to Al Jazeera Latest.
The final was decided after a hard-fought match in which neither side could find a breakthrough in normal time. Spain eventually claimed the title in extra time, sealing their second World Cup crown and capping a dramatic finish against a depleted Argentina side.
The result marked a memorable tournament triumph for Spain, who held their nerve in the closing stages to secure the only goal of the match. Argentina’s task became more difficult after being reduced to 10 players, but the team still pushed the contest deep into extra time before Spain finally converted their advantage.
Ferran Torres’ goal proved enough to separate the two teams in a final that remained tight throughout. The win adds another World Cup trophy to Spain’s history and confirms their place among the competition’s most successful sides.
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Source: Al Jazeera Latest - https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/7/19/spain-battle-past-10-man-argentina-1-0-in-extra-time-to-win-2026-world-cup?traffic_source=rss
