Spain has been crowned the 2026 World Cup champion after a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Argentina. The match, played on July 19th, extended to extra time after a scoreless regulation period. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute, securing Spain’s second World Cup title. This win marks a triumphant return to the top for Spain, fourteen years after their first championship. Despite a strong performance from Argentina and Lionel Messi, they were unable to break through Spain’s defense. The match was described as largely dominated by Spain in terms of gameplay. This victory establishes Spain as a dominant force in international football.